This has been an interesting read.
I must admit that I have been disappointed numerous times when I lost 'the race' to snipe or simply add 1.9x to a GB or accidentally levelled a GB with the wrong amount.
The situation is much better than add 10fp per time though, that one always sent my heart into my mouth for a matter of seconds.
At least this one is instant.
Yes, the problem could be fixed (as per GbG or GvG on the last battle of the sector) but I would rather see it left in as a quirk of the game.
It is much the same as that annoying pirate wheel where you have spun 20 times to win the top prize and somebody else comes and 'steals' it with a single spin (or refreshes the prizes - that one takes the cake).
Some parts of the game are a gamble, just accept that this is one of them.