you are correct, it is more simple that you thought, and more than likely as simple as me. I am quite a simple person at heart.
Hows about this:
Winning the downhill world cup is like winning the premier league.
Winning the world championships is like winning the fa cup final (without having to qualify, although you do need to be nominated by your local cycling governing body)
I am not a football fan either, however I know the principles of the premier league and fa cup.
cheers
also, its a simile, not a metaphor
any better?