Weekend Rewind: PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals
The PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals was a weekend that few will forget as NHRA returned to Virginia Motorsports Park for a memorable event. Here's a look at some of the weekend's action.
Right2Breathe, Cleveland Clinic to provide free lung screening Health Expo at Norwalk event
NHRA nitro driver Joe Morrison’s Right2Breathe Project has teamed up with the highly acclaimed Cleveland Clinic to present the “Put Your Lungs on the Dyno” Lung Health Screening Project at the 2024 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals.
The New…
Seventy-day countdown begins to the 70th NHRA U.S. Nationals
In 70 days, four drivers in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will celebrate one of the biggest wins in their careers when the 70th annual NHRA U.S. Nationals takes place on Aug. 28-Sept. 2.
In 70 days, four drivers in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will celebrate one of the biggest wins in their careers when the 70th annual NHRA U.S. Nationals takes place on Aug. 28-Sept. 2.
The world’s biggest drag race takes place at…
An Insider's Insight into the Virginia Nationals and a big one on tap in Norwalk
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, host Brian Lohnes takes you through the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals, provides the available information on the condition of John Force after his crash, and gets you ready for the huge upcoming weekend in Norwalk.
On this monologue-style episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, host Brian Lohnes will take you through the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals, provide the available information on the condition of John Force after his crash, and gets you ready…
Joe Morrison set for nitro Funny Car debut in Norwalk
Joe Morrison will make his nitro Funny Car debut at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, driving for legendary Funny Car driver, owner, and tuner Paul Smith.
Joe Morrison will make his nitro Funny Car debut at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. The longtime Top Fuel, Nostalgia Funny Car, and Fuel Altered pilot from Flemington, N.J., will be driving for legendary Funny Car driver, owner, and…
Multiclass racer Kyle Koretsky to add Factory X to the mix in Norwalk
The 2024 edition of the Holley EFI Factory X category is plumping up ahead of the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk. Versatile racer Kyle Koretsky will be behind the wheel of a Rob Smith Racing-owned supercharged Chevrolet Camaro to compete in the class for the first time.
The 2024 edition of the brand-spanking-new Holley EFI Factory X category is plumping up ahead of the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk. Versatile racer Kyle Koretsky will be behind the wheel of a Rob Smith Racing-owned supercharged…
John Force remains in ICU at Virginia hospital
Sixteen-time world champion John Force remained in the intensive care unit at a Virginia hospital Monday following an on-track incident during Sunday’s PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park.
Sixteen-time world champion John Force remained in the intensive care unit at a Virginia hospital Monday following a catastrophic engine failure that sent his Funny Car slamming into a concrete guardwall at 302 miles per hour during the first round…
Pluchino claims JHG Mountain Motor title in Richmond
Driving his Feather Lite Batteries Ford, John Pluchino rallied to win the Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage Mountain Motor Pro Stock title at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park.
Driving his Feather Lite Batteries Ford, John Pluchino rallied to win the Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage Mountain Motor Pro Stock title at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park.
In his second final round, Pluchino left the…
Six Sportsman champs crowned at PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals
In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals, champions were also crowned in six Lucas Oil Series classes at Virginia Motorsports Park.
In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals, champions were also crowned in six Lucas Oil Series classes at Virginia Motorsports Park.
Joe Carnasciale left first and then ran a competitive (-.556…
5 Things We Learned in Richmond
Three brutally hot days, hardcore fans, track-record runs, a devastating crash, and history in the making: The PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals had it all as the NHRA returned to Virginia Motorsports Park after a short absence. Here’s our five big takeaways from the race.
Three brutally hot days, hardcore fans, track-record runs, a devastating crash, and history in the making …. The PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals had it all as the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returned to Virginia Motorsports Park after a short…
Multi-time champ Rickie Smith picks up Congruity Pro Mod win in Richmond
Legendary multi-time NHRA Pro Mod champ Rickie Smith picked up yet another victory in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals.
Legendary multi-time NHRA Pro Mod champ Rickie Smith picked up yet another victory in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ on Saturday at Virginia Motorsports Park, defeating Kris Thorne in the final round as part of…
Prock scores emotional win, Herrera makes history to cap wild Richmond race
Funny Car points leader Austin Prock won his second straight race on Sunday for John Force Racing while Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel), Aaron Stanfield (Pro Stock) and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also won the ninth of 20 races during the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
Funny Car points leader Austin Prock won his second straight race on Sunday for John Force Racing, defeating Bob Tasca III in the final round with the quickest run of the weekend at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals.
Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel), Aaron…
PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals Sunday photo gallery
The National Dragster photographers were all over Virginia Motorsports Park on Sunday of the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals to capture all of the action on and off the racetrack.
John Force suffers engine explosion, crash in first round at Virginia Nationals
During the first round of Funny Car eliminations at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals, John Force’s Funny Car suffered an engine explosion at the finish line and then crossed the centerline, striking both guard walls. Force was alert and was examined onsite by the NHRA Medical Team before being transported to a local medical facility for further evaluation.
During the first round of Funny Car eliminations at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals on Sunday at Virginia Motorsports Park, John Force’s Funny Car suffered an engine explosion at the finish line and then crossed the centerline, striking both guard…
Larry McBride captures Top Fuel Motorcycle title at Virginia Nationals
Larry McBride, who two years ago at Virginia Motorsports Park set a Top Fuel Motorcycle record, continued his love affair with the track, scoring his first win in Pingel Top Fuel Motorcycle competition, defeating Mitch Brown in the final, 5.00 to 5.…
Sunday News and Notes from the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from final eliminations at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals. Updated throughout the day.
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PRE-RACE NOTES
With a noon start and forecasts again expecting high 90-degree temperatures, the heat is on the minds of everyone here, and as tough as it…
PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals Sunday preview
After a successful three-session Saturday, it’s time to crown champions at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park. The event is the eighth of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
After a successful three-session Saturday, it’s time to crown champions at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park. The event is the eighth of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
Yesterday was a sweltering test…
Force team sweeps Mission Challenge nitro; Anderson, Smith also get wins
John Force Racing swept the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge for the first time on Saturday at Virginia Motorsports Park, as Brittany Force won in Top Fuel and Austin Prock picked up the victory in Funny Car. Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) and Matt Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also won the specialty race.
John Force Racing swept the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge for the first time on Saturday at Virginia Motorsports Park, as Brittany Force won in Top Fuel and Austin Prock picked up the victory in Funny Car in the specialty race as part of this…
Langdon, Tasca, Enders, Herrera survive hot day to qualify No. 1 in Richmond
Top Fuel’s Shawn Langdon, Bob Tasca III (Funny Car), Erica Enders (Pro Stock) and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) closed out qualifying with the quickest runs of the day on Saturday at Virginia Motorsports Park, taking the No. 1 spots at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals.
Top Fuel’s Shawn Langdon closed out qualifying with the quickest run of the day on Saturday at Virginia Motorsports Park, taking the No. 1 spot at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals.
Bob Tasca III (Funny Car), Erica Enders (Pro Stock) and Gaige…
PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals Saturday photo gallery
The National Dragster photographers were all over Virginia Motorsports Park on Saturday of the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals to capture all of the action on and off the racetrack.
Saturday News & Notes from the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from the opening day of the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park. Updated throughout the day.
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PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE Q1
The experimental and historic first three-session Saturday kicks off with Pro Stock Motorcycle on a hot track with a temperature of 127…
More history on the line for Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Gaige Herrera
Chasing history has been nothing new for Gaige Herrera the past two seasons, but the reigning Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion has a chance to add another incredible mark at this weekend’s PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals.
Chasing history has been nothing new for Gaige Herrera the past two seasons, but the reigning Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion has a chance to add another incredible mark at this weekend’s PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park…
Pro Stock rookie Sienna Wildgust joins Elite Motorsports team roster
NHRA Rookie of the Year Award candidate Sienna Wildgust has been added to the Elite Motorsports team roster. Wildgust will make her debut with the Elite Motorsports team at the NHRA Northwest Nationals, July 19-21.
NHRA Rookie of the Year Award candidate Sienna Wildgust has been added to the Elite Motorsports team roster. Wildgust will make her debut with the Elite Motorsports team at the NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways July 19-21. …
PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals Saturday preview
NHRA’s Professional racing teams will face a grueling crucible as the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series returns to Virginia Motorsports Park where, for the first time, three qualifying sessions will be held on Saturday of the two-day event.
NHRA’s Professional racing teams will face a grueling crucible as the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series returns to Virginia Motorsports Park where, for the first time, three qualifying sessions will be held on Saturday of the two-day event.…
Richmond marks final race of Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Series regular season
The Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ returns to Virginia Motorsports Park as part of this weekend’s PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals, and the stakes are as massive as the huge car count heading to Richmond.
The Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ returns to Virginia Motorsports Park as part of this weekend’s PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals, and the stakes are as massive as the huge car count heading to Richmond.
The event…
Bo Butner returns to Pro Stock, taking on double duty at Virginia Nationals
Bo Butner will make a return to the 500-inch Pro Stock category driving the yellow Corral Boots/Cuadra/Columbia Impex entry while also continuing his pursuit of the first Mountain Motor Pro Stock championship at this weekend’s PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals.
Bo Butner will make a return to the 500-inch Pro Stock category driving the yellow Corral Boots/Cuadra/Columbia Impex entry while also continuing his pursuit of the first Mountain Motor Pro Stock championship at this weekend’s PlayNHRA Virginia…
Top 5 Moments from the 2000 NHRA Virginia Nationals
Ron Capps vs. John Force, "Beer Wars" between Kenny Bernstein and Larry Dixon, and more highlighted the action at the 2000 national event at Virginia Motorsports Park.
Pro Stock points leader Dallas Glenn: "If it was easy, we wouldn't do it"
Winning is, for most, the point of the game. An easy win, though, seldom seems to have the same sense of reward that comes with winning an intense, honest battle. Pro Stock points leader Dallas Glenn believes the challenge itself is where much of the reward can be found.
Everyone likes to win. It's the very point of the game, by most standards. An easy win, though – however much it "still counts" – seldom seems to come with the same sense of reward as emerging victorious from a hard-fought, knuckle-bruising battle.…
Jianna Evaristo talks Pro Stock Motorcycle and the Insiders talk boiling hot Virginia
On this episode of the NHRA Insider, Jiana Evaristo joins host Brian Lohnes to talk about the recent Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals and Tony Pedregon joins to talk about what will be a sweltering weekend at the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals.
On this episode of the NHRA Insider, Jiana Evaristo joins host Brian Lohnes to talk about her final-round appearance at the recent Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals and Tony Pedregon joins to talk about what will be a sweltering…
Austin Prock looks to carry Funny Car hot streak into Richmond
Austin Prock was in a Top Fuel dragster two years ago at Virginia Motorsports Park, but at this weekend’s PlayNHRA Virginia NHRA Nationals, he’ll be looking for his third Funny Car win of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
Austin Prock was in a Top Fuel dragster two years ago at Virginia Motorsports Park, but at this weekend’s PlayNHRA Virginia NHRA Nationals, he’ll be looking for his third Funny Car win of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.…