1. Make sauce:

   In a medium bowl, whisk together ketchup, sugar, Worcestershire, and vinegar; season with salt and pepper. Set aside 1 cup sauce for tossing raw chicken; use rest for baked chicken.

2. Preheat oven and prepare sheets:

   Preheat oven to 450°F, with racks in upper and lower thirds; line 2 rimmed baking sheets with aluminum foil.

3. Prepare drumettes:

   Divide drumettes between baking sheets, and toss with reserved 1 cup sauce.

4. Bake:

   Bake chicken until opaque throughout, 30 to 35 minutes, rotating sheets and tossing chicken halfway through.

5. Toss with sauce and serve:

   Toss baked drumettes with 1/2 cup sauce, and serve with remaining sauce on the side.

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