I fully expected this.

After 3/3, UDU success rate will go down pretty ugly.

A GM who is supported by upgrade instruments (CR-1, miles) will jump ahead of 1Ks Plats Golds on the T-24 waitlist unless they pay Y/B/M fares. This, actually I can understand.

Instant Y/B/M fares.

Tens of dollars upgrade offered to anyone on the street as SMI/J is trying to squeeze the last cent before the door closes.

The good days of 1Ks, Plats or even 1Ps who got decent UDU are over.