Actually, I believe the "fix" was in from the beginning - witness how Romney was awarded 43 delegates in Repub-controlled VA. The GOP determined it's Willard's turn and with his $$$ and business background, he'd be a sure bet against Pres Obama...what the GOP didn't count on is the economy rebounding, Willard's MA mandated-healthcare law being an issue, and Willard's inability to connect with people not in a country club.
With all that said, Nov will be a very close race - lots of people out there simply hate Obama although they hesitate to say why...but my guess is we all know why.
"If you don't think too good, don't think too much"
-Ted Williams