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Friday News & Notes from the Toyota Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ U.S. Nationals
News, notes, quotes, video, and photos from the final day of the Toyota Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ U.S. Northwest Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. (Updated throughout the day).
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Pro Stock Motorcycle Q1
The time has come! It has been a blazingly hot and humid day here at the 70th annual Toyota Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals, but this late in the evening, at least the sun isn't burning its fiery…
Thursday News and Notes, Toyota Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ U.S. Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from the 70th annual Toyota Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. Updated throughout the day.
For many Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ fans and racers, Wednesday August 28 is perhaps the most important day of the year since it marks the opening day of competition for the sport’s marquee event, the Toyota Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ U.S. Nationals.
More than a week ago, there were as many…
Ashley, Alexander, Glenn claim important wins at Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals
With the Countdown to the Championship coming into view, Justin Ashley, Blake Alexander, and Dallas Glenn scored valuable points with their wins on Sunday at Brainerd International Raceway's Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals.
Top Fuel’s Justin Ashley picked up his third win of the season on Sunday at Brainerd International Raceway, defeating Shawn Langdon in the final round of the 42nd Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals.
Blake Alexander (Funny Car) and Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock)…
Sunday News & Notes from the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals
We're off and running on Sunday at the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals. The sun is shining brightly on Brainerd International Raceway, and we've got a jam-packed day ahead as titlists are decided in all classes. Follow along in today's News and Notes. (Updated throughout the day)
We're off and running on Sunday at the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals. The sun is shining brightly on Brainerd International Raceway, and we've got a jam-packed day ahead as titlists are decided in all classes. Follow along in today's News and Notes. (…
Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals Sunday preview
The day has arrived. It's Sunday at the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals, and the racers and teams of the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series are dialed into one thing: winning a trophy at historic Brainerd International Raceway.
The day has arrived. It's Sunday at the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals, and the racers and teams of the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series are dialed into one thing: winning a trophy at historic Brainerd International Raceway.
Funny Car…
Prock sweeps; Brown and Anderson win Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge; Torrence and Tucker No. 1 in Brainerd Ìý
Austin Prock powered to No. 1 and claimed another Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge win on Saturday in Brainerd. Antron Brown and Greg Anderson also claimed coveted #2Fast2Tasty titles, while Steve Torrence and Jerry Tucker raced to No. 1 on a long but thrilling day at the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals.
On the final Funny Car pass of the day at Brainerd International Raceway, points leader Austin Prock powered to the No. 1 spot and claimed his sixth straight victory in the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday at the 42nd annual Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡â€¦
Saturday News & Notes from the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals
The second day of the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals has arrived, and Brainerd International Raceway is filling to the brim with fans hungry for drag racing action. With two sessions of nitro, three qualifying rounds of Pro Stock, and the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Challenge on the schedule, it's going to be a banger. Follow along in the news and notes.
The second day of the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals has arrived, and Brainerd International Raceway is filling to the brim with fans hungry for drag racing action. With two sessions of nitro, three qualifying rounds of Pro Stock, and the Mission #…
Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals Saturday preview
One of the most anticipated portions of Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national events has come to be the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Challenge, and this weekend's battle goes down today at Brainerd International Raceway.
One of the most anticipated portions of Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national events has come to be the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Challenge, and this weekend's battle goes down today at Brainerd International Raceway.
Friday qualifying was a…
Friday News & Notes from the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from the opening day of the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway.
Plentiful rain clouds spent the day moving across Brainerd International Raceway, and while some of the Lucas Oil Series racers were able to make their first-round runs, much of racing was put on hold as rain pelted the drag strip. It moved out just…
Torrence, Alexander, and Anderson roll to provisional No. 1 at Lucas Oil Nationals
Four-time Top Fuel world champion Steve Torrence powered to the provisional No. 1 position on speed at Brainerd International Raceway, taking the top spot over Tony Stewart on Friday at the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals. Blake Alexander and Greg Anderson join Torrence at the top.
Four-time Top Fuel world champion Steve Torrence powered to the provisional No. 1 position on speed at Brainerd International Raceway, taking the top spot over Tony Stewart on Friday at the 42nd annual Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals.
Blake Alexander (…
Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals Friday preview
After a two-week respite, Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series racers are reset and ready for the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals. The clock on the regular season is tick-tick-ticking toward closing, and action is expected to be particularly fierce at Brainerd International Raceway.
After a two-week respite, Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series competitors are reset and ready to crank it up to 11 at the Lucas Oil Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals. Known for more than the raucous campground party that rages all weekend long, Brainerd…
Who is "Fast Jack" Beckman?
The toughest job in drag racing might be filling in for John Force, both on and off the track — roles for which Jack Beckman is uniquely qualified and is eagerly taking on.
Taking Over for John Force
If you know “Fast Jack" Beckman, you understand why he’s taking over for drag racing icon John Force. However, if you’re new to the sport because you heard about John Force’s Funny Car crash from…
Sunday News & Notes from the Denso Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Sonoma Nationals
News, notes, quotes, video, and photos from the final day of the Denso Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Sonoma Nationals at Sonoma Raceway. (Updated throughout the day).
News, notes, quotes, video, and photos from the final day of the Denso Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Sonoma Nationals at Sonoma Raceway. (Updated throughout the day).
Once again, we’re facing an early 10:30 a.m. start time and in Sonoma, that means cloud cover, cool…
Friday News and Notes from the Denso Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Sonoma Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from the opening day of the Denso Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Sonoma Nationals from Sonoma Raceway. (Updated throughout the day).
The Denso Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Sonoma Nationals, the second and final event of Â鶹¾«Ñ¡â€™s abbreviated two-race 2024 Western Swing, features a schedule that is similar to last week’s Northwest Nationals in Seattle with a full morning of Lucas Oil Series sportsman racing…
Denso Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Sonoma Nationals Friday preview
The abbreviated two-race Western Swing will wrap up this week as the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to scenic California Wine Country for the Denso Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Sonoma Nationals, the 12th of 20 events this season.
The abbreviated two-race Western Swing will wrap up this week as the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to scenic California Wine Country for the Denso Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Sonoma Nationals, the 12th of 20 events this season.
The event is jam-packed…
Ron Capps explosive pass at 2024 Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals
The 2022 Funny Car champion showcased his unparalleled driving skills and resilience at the 2024 Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals in Kent, WA, during a heart-stopping round one of competition.
The Pacific Raceways in Kent, known for its challenging conditions, provided the backdrop for what turned out to be a dramatic and unforgettable moment in Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ history. Capps' engine erupted in a spectacular explosion after the car lost traction,…
Prock wins again; Torrence, Coughlin, and Van Sant share Seattle victory stage
Funny Car points leader Austin Prock powered to his fourth win of the season at the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways. Steve Torrence (Top Fuel), Jeg Coughlin Jr. (Pro Stock) and Chase Van Sant (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also won at the event.
Funny Car points leader Austin Prock powered to his fourth win of the season for John Force Racing on Sunday at Pacific Raceways, defeating first-time finalist Paul Lee in the final round of the 35th annual Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals.
Steve…
Sunday News & Notes from the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals
News, notes, quotes, video, and photos from the final day of the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways outside of Seattle. (Updated throughout the day).
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With an early 10:30 a.m. start, the teams seem excited to run in the cooler conditions after two days of midafternoon heat. There's a spotty chance of…
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals Sunday preview
It’s Raceday at the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals and with just this event and three more remaining in the regular season, wins today may have big implications for the Countdown to the Championship playoffs that start in mid-September.
It’s Raceday at the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals and with just this event and three more remaining in the regular season, wins today may have big implications for the Countdown to the Championship playoffs that start in mid-September.
The big…
Prock continues to rock with No. 1 spot, Mission Challenge win in Seattle
Funny Car points leader Austin Prock continued to impress in qualifying, clinching his eighth No. 1 qualifier in the first 11 races at the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals. Steve Torrence (Top Fuel), Erica Enders (Pro Stock), and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also qualified No. 1.
Funny Car points leader Austin Prock stayed red-hot in the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge at Pacific Raceways, winning his fourth straight specialty race and fifth this season for John Force Racing on Saturday as part of the 35th annual Â鶹¾«Ñ¡â€¦
Saturday News & Notes from the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals
News, notes, quotes, video, and photos from the second day of the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways outside of Seattle. (Updated throughout the day).
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After more than 90 minutes of unscheduled track maintenance on the left lane, we're finally ready to kick off the third qualifying session, but we'll be starting with Top Fuel…
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals Saturday preview
Day two of the 2024 Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals will set the final fields for Sunday’s final eliminations in the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and also whittle down the competitors in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series as we head towards Raceday.
Day two of the 2024 Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals will set the final fields for Sunday’s final eliminations in the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and also whittle down the competitors in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series as we head towards Sunday…
Torrence, Prock, Enders, Herrera lead fast Friday fields at Northwest Nationals
Four-time Top Fuel world champion Steve Torrence made the fastest run in Pacific Raceways history, powering to the provisional No. 1 position at the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals. Austin Prock (Funny Car), Erica Enders (Pro Stock) and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) are also the provisional No. 1 qualifiers.
Four-time Top Fuel world champion Steve Torrence made the fastest run in Pacific Raceways history on Friday, powering to the provisional No. 1 position at the 35th annual Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals.
Austin Prock (Funny Car), Erica Enders (Pro Stock…
Friday News & Notes from the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from the opening day of the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways outside of Seattle. (Updated throughout the day).
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It’s going to be a long, long day at the Northwest Nationals, with the first of two Pro sessions not scheduled until 3:30 p.m., followed almost five hours later by the event…
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Northwest Nationals Friday preview
After a rare two-weekend hiatus, the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series roars back into action in the Pacific Northwest to kick off the stretch run of four events heading toward the end of the regular season.
After a rare two-weekend hiatus, the Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Mission Foods Drag Racing Series roars back into action in the Pacific Northwest to kick off the stretch run of four events heading toward the end of the regular season.
Today’s Professional qualifying…
Brown, Tasca, Stanfield, and Herrera scoop up wins at Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals
Antron Brown, Bob Tasca III, Aaron Stanfield, and Gaige Herrera battled varying conditions and tough opponents to claim well-earned trophies on Sunday at the 18th annual Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals.
Three-time Top Fuel world champion Antron Brown slipped past points leader Doug Kalitta in the final round of the 18th annual Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals, racing to his 76th career win on Sunday at Summit Motorsports Park.
Bob Tasca…
Sunday News & Notes from the Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from the final day of the Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. (Updated throughout the day).
Top Fuel round one
The first pair of Top Fuel dragsters show us that it's going to be a quick and fast day. Tripp Tatum and his John Stewart-tuned dragster leave first with a .052 and 3.751 to secure a holeshot win over T.J. Zizzo's 3.725 in the…
Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals Sunday Preview
Race day has dawned at Summit Motorsports Park, and there are trophies to be won at the 18th annual Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals. Here are a few key things to know before it all kicks off at 11 a.m. ET.
Race day has dawned at Summit Motorsports Park, and there are trophies to be won at the 18th annual Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals. Here are a few key things to know before it all kicks off at 11 a.m. ET.
Top Fuel
Points leader…
Kalitta, Prock, Anderson No. 1, win Mission #2Fast2Tasty titles; Gadson claims Mission win, Smith on the pole
Doug Kalitta made the fastest run in Summit Motorsports Park history to win the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge and lock down the pole at the Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals. Austin Prock, Greg Anderson, and Richard Gadson all won the #2Fast2Tasty Challenge, while Prock, Anderson, and Matt Smith qualified No. 1
Top Fuel points leader Doug Kalitta made the fastest run in track history on Saturday at Summit Motorsports Park, picking up the win in the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge and cementing his No. 1 qualifier position at the 18th annual Summit Racing…
Saturday News & Notes from the Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from day two of the Summit Racing Equipment Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. (Updated throughout the day).
Mother Nature came in with something to prove this morning, but she seems to have gotten it out of her system, and we are up and running! Top Fuel cars are in the lanes and preparing to make their first pass of the day.
Top Fuel Q3…