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Ida Zetterström makes final tune-up before Brainerd Top Fuel debut
European Top Fuel champion Ida Zetterstrom participated in a final test session at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park before her upcoming debut in Brainerd.
Antron talks Sonoma success, Capps talks Top Fuel in 2026, and more!
On this revealing episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Antron Brown and Ron Capps, who both share some interesting news about their futures.
On this revealing episode of the NHRA Insider podcast, host Brian Lohnes is joined by Antron Brown and Ron Capps.
Brown, a Top Fuel winner three times already this season, talks about his success in Sonoma, their building of a…
Westerfield, Hilton, Lee, Kouerinis victorious at 53rd Nightfire Nationals
Firebird Raceway played host to the 53rd edition of the Nightfire Nationals presented by Bi-Mart, a key stop in the NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series where nitro victories went to Shane Westerfield and Tyler Hilton.
Firebird Raceway played host to the 53rd edition of the Nightfire Nationals presented by Bi-Mart, a key stop in the NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series.
Winning an unprecedented fifth consecutive Nightfire title for Austin & O’Brien, Shane…
John Hall: In the thick of the Pro Stock Motorcycle fight once again
Leaving the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, John Hall had plenty to smile about. He reached the fourth final round of his career and second of the season on a quick and fast Denso-backed Matt Smith Racing Buell, and he was No. 3 in the Pro Stock Motorcycle standings with just one race remaining before the Countdown to the Championship.
Leaving the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, Pro Stock Motorcycle rider John Hall had plenty to smile about. The Hamden, Conn., racer reached the fourth final round of his career and second of the season on a quick and fast Denso-backed Matt Smith…
Toyota named title sponsor of 70th annual NHRA U.S. Nationals
NHRA and Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) officials announced that Toyota has been named the title sponsor of the world’s biggest drag race, the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
NHRA and Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) officials announced that Toyota has been named the title sponsor of the world’s biggest drag race, the 70th annual Toyota NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
The 70th anniversary…
Force team shines at Norwalk’s annual Night Under Fire event
Brittany Force and Dale Creasy score Night Under Fire wins while Jack Beckman makes an impressive debut in John Force’s PEAK Camaro Funny Car.
A capacity crowd packed Summit Motorsports Park for the 47th Annual Cornwell Tools Night Under Fire where Brittany Force and Dale Creasy were crowned champions in Top Fuel and Funny Car respectively. The event also highlighted the debut of 2012 NHRA…
Coan, Frantz, and Raikes lead winners at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
Jason Coan, Todd Frantz, and Houston Raikes led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division was in action at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
The following are Saturday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division event at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park:
COMPETITION ELIMINATOR
Jason Coan, Kokomo, Ind., '32 Bantam, G/EA, 8.…
Pritchett, Bellemeur take North Central Region Top Alcohol wins in Norwalk
Gary Pritchett and Sean Bellemeur scored Top Alcohol victories as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Region competed at the Summit Motorsports Park Night of Fire.
The following are Saturday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division Night of Fire:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER:
ROUND ONE
4) Gary Pritchett, Avon, Ind., 5.332, 272.56 def. 5)…
Farewell to Neil Britt: Friend, mentor, creator, motivator, innovator
For nearly 15 years, Neil Britt led the NHRA Publications department, carrying it to new heights, as he had at every publication before that. Britt passed away July14, and is remembered fondly by his friends and former colleagues in the motorsports world.
I like to tell the story about how NHRA National Dragster and I were born in the same year, and even though ND’s first issue in February 1960 preceded my birth by three months, it's always felt like I was born to be here.…
A lot will be at stake at historic upcoming 70th annual NHRA U.S. Nationals
The upcoming 70th annual U.S. Nationals will not just be saluting its great history but also will be packed with Coutnown-clinching drama, specialty racing events, and tons of fan-friendly activities.
For the past 70 years, the NHRA U.S. Nationals has stood as the biggest and most prestigious drag race in the world, and the 2024 NHRA U.S. Nationals, at historic Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, promises to be an event for the record books.…
Jack Beckman ready to carry the torch for Force; 'I know how fortunate I am'
Jack Beckman will make his first runs as the replacement driver for John Force during this weekend’s Cornwell Tools “Night Under Fire” at Summit Motorsports Park, beginning a new chapter in his already memorable career.
Jack Beckman will make his first runs as the replacement driver for John Force during this weekend’s Cornwell Tools “Night Under Fire” at Summit Motorsports Park, beginning a new chapter in his already memorable career.
Beckman, who has been…
Behind the Scenes with the winners of the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals
Go behind the scenes with the winners of the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
Weekend Rewind: 2024 Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals
The Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals played out before a large crowd at Sonoma Raceway in Northern California who witnessed a wild event with resounding performances and a lot of drama. Here's a look back at some of those moments.
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…
With two races to go, Countdown to the Championship berths still on the line
With two races — the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals and the NHRA U.S. Nationals — remaining in the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series regular season, 19 drivers have already secured their positions for the Countdown to the Championship playoffs that begin Sept. 12-15 in Reading.
With two races — the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals and the NHRA U.S. Nationals — remaining in the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series regular season, 19 drivers have already secured their positions for the Countdown to the Championship playoffs…
Seven champs crowned in Lucas Oil Series action at Denso Sonoma Nationals
In addition to the Mission Food Drag Racing Series action at the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, seven winners were also crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at Sonoma Raceway.
In addition to the Mission Food Drag Racing Series action at the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, seven winners were also crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at Sonoma Raceway.
Josh Lee scored his first career national event win in…
Jack Beckman named replacement driver for John Force for balance of season
Former Funny Car world champion Jack Beckman has been named as the replacement driver of John Force’s Peak Antifreeze and Coolant Chevrolet Camaro SS for the remainder of the 2024 season and will earn points for the sidelined 16-time world champion.
Former Funny Car world champion Jack Beckman has been named as the replacement driver of John Force’s Peak Antifreeze and Coolant Chevrolet Camaro SS for the remainder of the 2024 season in…
Major dragstrip resurfacing completed at World Wide Technology Raceway
World Wide Technology Raceway, home of the Countdown to the Championship-crucial NHRA Midwest Nationals in October, recently completely repaved the asphalt racing surface of its championship drag racing track.
World Wide Technology Raceway, home of the Countdown to the Championship-crucial NHRA Midwest Nationals in October, recently completely repaved the asphalt racing surface of its championship drag racing track.
The facility, with guidance from…
Jasmine Salinas: Taking her family's Top Fuel passion into the future
Top Fuel rookie Jasmine Salinas shared her motivations and aspirations, offering a glimpse into the legacy she aims to uphold in this interview with NHRA on FOX’s Amanda Busick.
Top Fuel rookie Jasmine Salinas comes from a family deeply rooted in the drag racing community. Her father, Mike Salinas, is a well-known figure in the NHRA circuit, and her mother and sisters have also made their marks in the NHRA.…
Five Things We Learned in Sonoma
It isn’t an exaggeration to say the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals was one of the best races of the season, and as a result, we learned a lot as the second half of the 2024 season rolls on. Here are five things that stand out from the event.
It isn’t an exaggeration to say the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals was one of the best races of the season, and as a result, we learned a lot as the second half of the 2024 season rolls on. Here are five things that stand out from the event.…
Talkin' Funny Cars with Buddy Hull set to debut on NHRA Fast Channel July 31
Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull, an interview-style program created by Werner G+E LLC, will debut on the NHRA FAST Channel on Wednesday, July 31, with three-time world champ Ron Capps as its first guest.
Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull, the first television offering produced by Werner G+E LLC, will debut on the NHRA FAST Channel on Wednesday, July 31, at 8 p.m. EST and 8 p.m. PST. The interview-style program, hosted by NHRA Professional…
Brown, Tasca, Stanfield, and Smith score wins at Denso Sonoma Nationals
Top Fuel’s Antron Brown defeated first-time finalist Tony Stewart in the final round and Bob Tasca III, Aaron Stanfield, and Matt Smith also earned titles at the 36th annual Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals at Sonoma Raceway.
Top Fuel’s Antron Brown defeated first-time finalist Tony Stewart in the final round of the 36th annual Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, picking up his third win of the 2024 season on Sunday at Sonoma Raceway.
Bob Tasca III (Funny Car), Aaron…
Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals Sunday photo gallery
The final day of the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals was every bit as thrilling as the first two and National Dragster's talented photographers continue to document all of it here in our Sunday gallery.
Sunday News & Notes from the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals
News, notes, quotes, video, and photos from the final day of the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals at Sonoma Raceway. (Updated throughout the day).
News, notes, quotes, video, and photos from the final day of the Denso NHRA 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…
Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals Sunday preview
The abbreviated two-race Western Swing will wrap up today as the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to scenic California Wine Country for the final day of the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, the 12th of 20 events this season.
The abbreviated two-race Western Swing will wrap up today as the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to scenic California Wine Country for the final day of the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, the 12th of 20 events this season.
After two…
Matt Smith wins GETTRX All-star Callout event; Kalitta, Tasca III, and Anderson also grab top qualifying spots
Matt Smith claimed the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle Allstar Callout while Doug Kalitta, Bob Tasca III, and Greg Anderson earned the top qualifying spots at this weekend's Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals at Sonoma Raceway.
Six-time Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion Matt Smith set a new track E.T. record on Saturday at Sonoma Raceway, defeating teammate Jianna Evaristo in the final round of the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout as part of this weekend’s…
Prock claims sixth Mission Challenge title; Langdon and Coughlin also win
Shawn Langdon (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car), and Troy Coughlin Jr. (Pro Stock) won the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge at the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, the 12th of 20 races during the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
Funny Car points leader Austin Prock won for the fifth straight time and sixth overall in the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday at Sonoma Raceway, defeating Blake Alexander in the final of the bonus race at this weekend’s 36th annual Denso…
Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals Saturday photo gallery
The National Dragster photographers were all over Sonoma Raceway in order to cover the vast event that is the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals. Here are some of the day's best images.
Saturday News and Notes from the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from the second day of the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals at Sonoma Raceway. (Updated throughout the day).
Friday’s opening qualifying runs at the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals produced some of the quickest elapsed times and fastest speeds of the season and Saturday’s final two sessions promises to deliver more of the same.
After missing the Norwalk…
Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals Saturday preview
The abbreviated two-race Western Swing will wrap up this week as the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to scenic California Wine Country for the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals,
the 12th of 20 events this season.
The abbreviated two-race Western Swing will wrap up this week as the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to scenic California Wine Country for the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals,
the 12th of 20 events this season.
On Friday, the fans who…