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We race everything on wheels professionally. Lots of money is being spent on advertising. Professional auto racers win large purse prizes. But wheelchair racing has yet to be a professional sport. Why is this?

Wheelchair racing has not yet become a professional sport for a number of reasons, including limited public awareness, limited funding, and limited media coverage.

Professional auto racing is a well-established sport with a long history and a large following, and as such, has more resources and opportunities for sponsorship, media coverage, and purse prizes. In comparison, wheelchair racing is a relatively new and niche sport, and has not yet achieved the same level of recognition and popularity.

Additionally, there may be challenges associated with the organization and logistics of professional wheelchair racing events, such as accessibility and safety concerns, that have prevented it from becoming a mainstream professional sport.

However, wheelchair racing is growing in popularity, and there are increasing opportunities for individuals to participate in local and regional events, as well as national and international competitions. With continued support and investment, it is possible that wheelchair racing could become a professional sport in the future.