Seems people just want an enduro event then?? Its like saying the road race should have a cafe stop half way so we can all relate.
I’ve seen a lot of races and think XC is more exciting to watch than DH.
A few tough spots on the course, race is long enough for you to catch a couple of vantage points. The Dalby world cup was great for this. (i rarely see 6″ dropper post bikes doing worry gill or medusas drop.)
I really don’t think there is a need for XC to change just to please Weekend Trail centre warriors.