i'll agree that it's ridiculous to fine a driver 25 points for saying that on TV.
however, he should have been smart enough to know that was something that would create controversy, especially with him saying it. just wasn't smart of him to do, regardless of what the outcome would have been. i understand the getting caught up in the emotions of it aspect, but you still have to think about what you're saying and you're still responsible for it.
it amazes me that with the success he and Tony Jr. had in 04 that they can't even sniff it now. yeah, they made the Chase last year, but i doubt anybody would argue that they were really in position to win it all.