R50/53 Where did the term "meatball" for race numbers originate?

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Jan 9, 2006 | 07:08 AM

DoubleNick

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Where did the term "meatball" for race numbers originate?

Curious to know the origination of the term "meatball" as it relates to race numbers. You can see how busy I am. Thanks.

Jan 9, 2006 | 08:30 AM

m332is

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The flag looks like meatball - an orange circle on a black background.

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Jan 9, 2006 | 08:47 AM

thefuturequeenofnebraska

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meatball? i have always heard gumball... hrmmm

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