I don't see how, tbh. There are a finite number of spaces for the prime travel slots so it comes down to market forces doesn't it?
Unless the club charters their own planes? Possible I suppose.
Yes but obviously that wasn't his plan. Had he got a ticket, it would have worked out nicely. Instead, he still has the option of visiting the city should he wish to do so. And that's before the option of getting some sort of ticket once he's there.
But at least we now know that in future...