Return On Racing Powered by Vaucher Analytics Part 2 - Racing, Politics and Power: Why Porsche’s WEC Threat Isn’t Really About Money
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Sep 22, 2025 Dive into the intricate world of motorsport politics and rules, where Balance of Performance (BoP) plays a crucial role despite its unpopularity. Discover the ongoing struggle between LMH and LMDh convergence, highlighting Porsche's strategic interests. Learn how lessons from IndyCar's split underscore the importance of technical unity. Finally, explore the idea that Porsche's public statements are less about exiting and more about next-level bargaining tactics. It's a thrilling look at the intersection of racing legacy and competitive strategy!
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BoP Is Foundational To Modern Endurance Racing
- Balance of Performance (BoP) is controversial but foundational to modern endurance racing.
- BoP prevents dominance and cost spirals, keeping manufacturers engaged and grids healthy.
BoP Controls Baseline, Not Outcomes
- BoP only sets a car baseline while strategy, execution, and driver skill decide outcomes.
- A favorable BoP doesn't guarantee results because organizational execution remains decisive.
How The 1979 Open-Wheel Split Broke Momentum
- The 1979 split in U.S. open-wheel racing illustrates how technical fragmentation wrecks a series.
- CART split from USAC after failed convergence talks, causing long-term harm and fan confusion.