The last time I went I sat in section J. Good view of the last 4 turns and an awesome view of the GP bikes bangin' 3 gear wheelies out of the last turn. Next time I will sit in the North end of section H. I've also sat in the E penthouse and SW Vista. Anywhere near the turns will great. Truth is...
I'm going with target fixation AND panic braking. Letting off the throttle should have improved his turn in. He looked at the car rather than focusing on his line. The bike goes where your eyes look.
I've taught young kids how to turn on downhill skis just by looking in the direction...