If you're thinking Jimmy oOple, he isn't racing because he didn't qualify either - he raced no nationals last year.
I have raced at one national this year, but none last year so sadly I didn't qualify either
Perhaps if Darren and I both get organised and race a national each next year, we'll be all set for a place at the next WC event - I'll give him a run for his money, world championship warm up winner? pfff....