The stands are by no means full, but scattered groups of parents and onlookers sit all over. Behind us, a group of dads are talking loudly enough that when they mention Alec’s name, I immediately perk up. “He oughta just quit,” one guy says. “He’s older than half the guys out here anyway, and he’s not half as fast as he used to be. What’s he trying to prove?” “You’re claiming you’re faster?” another guy answers, and they all chuckle. “Nah, but I’m not getting paid to play,” the original guy says. “I’m just saying. The Williamson twins are better. Mark my words. They’ll drop him down to third
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