From the rider comments I have read or hear televised, all riders enjoyed the layout. This to me would indicate that as a track it is not 'half-assed' nor (to my chagrin) a 'mickey mouse' style of circuit (I say chagrin as I thought it may be to tight in early plans, so full credit here).
But whilst all riders enjoyed the layout, they also criticised the new surface sections for lack of grip and drainage. I have no doubt that the US authorities and particularly Indy will take heed and by next year all drainage problems will be resolved adequately (after all, solving drainage issues is quite easy).
This issue does not (IMO) make Indy a half-assed event, or poorly run as it wast he first year of the bikes and a learning curve exacerbated by extreme weather.
IMO, a track layout liked by the riders is a good start and it should be remembered that water pooling and streaming on circuits occurs at all tracks (I have seen some at Phillip Island that would rival Indy).
Nor IMO doest he red flag make this half-assed as despite the 'public need' for entertainment and the redneck attitudes of 'wishing for carnage' (apologies to any that may offend), ultimately the safety of the riders must be paramount. Many may want a different champion but we all want it on the track, not decided because of an accident caused by extreme weather conditions or anothers failing.
Garry
