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Josh Hart's 340 tops Top Fuel; Ron Capps, Cody Coughlin, Angie Smith also lead

Josh Hart made the fastest run in Gainesville Dragway history on Friday to open the 2026 NHRA season. Ron Capps, Cody Coughlin, and Angie Smith are also the provisional No. 1 qualifiers at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
06 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Race coverage
Josh Hart
Ocala’s Josh Hart made the fastest run in Gainesville Dragway history on Friday to open the 2026 NHRA season, taking the Top Fuel provisional No. 1 position at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.Ron Capps (Funny Car), Cody Coughlin (Pro Stock…
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Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Friday photo gallery

The NHRA National Dragster photographers were all over Gainesville Raceway on Friday of the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, capturing all of the action on and off the racetrack.
06 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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International Drag Racing Hall of Fame class of 2026 60
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Drag Race Bracket Bonanza announces ‘major moments’ program

Drag Race Bracket Bonanza, the free fantasy game built for NHRA fans, is launching an exciting new season-long feature for 2026: the Major Moments brackets, a fan-driven celebration of the most iconic events from 75 years of NHRA drag racing.
06 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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DRBB
Drag Race Bracket Bonanza (DRBB), the free fantasy game built for NHRA fans, is launching an exciting new season-long feature for 2026: the Major Moments brackets, a fan-driven celebration of the…
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Monster Energy joins Maddi Gordon, RCM for multi-year NHRA partnership

Monster Energy has joined NHRA Rookie of the Year candidate Maddi Gordon and Ron Capps Motorsports team in a multi-year partnership beginning with the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
06 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Maddi Gordon
Monster Energy has joined NHRA Rookie of the Year candidate Maddi Gordon and the championship-winning Ron Capps Motorsports team in a multi-year partnership beginning with the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. The partnership will…
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First-round matchups set for Right Trailers Top Fuel All-Star Callout

The field is set, and the first-round matchups have been decided for Saturday’s Right Trailers Top Fuel All-Star Callout at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
06 Mar 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
News
Callout
The field is set and the first-round matchups have been decided for Saturday’s Right Trailers Top Fuel All-Star Callout at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. The top three qualifiers for the yearlong program got to call out their fellow…
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Friday News and Notes from the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals

News and notes from the opening day of the season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, the first event of the 2026 Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing season, and the year-long 75th anniversary.
06 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
Race coverage
Friday notes
Welcome to the opening day of pro qualifying for the 57th Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, the first of 20 events in the 2026 Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing season. A full house is expected at Gainesville Raceway this weekend as NHRA kicks off…
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Between testing, preparation, and personal appearances, no off-season for Angie Smith

Angie Smith went to a pair of final rounds last season and finished a very respectable fourth in the Mission Foods Pro Stock Motorcycle standings, but she knows she’s capable of better results, and she’s determined to do just that as the season kicks off at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
06 Mar 2026
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News
Angie Smith
Angie Smith went to a pair of final rounds last season and finished a very respectable fourth in the Mission Foods Pro Stock Motorcycle standings, but she knows she’s capable of better results, and she’s determined to do just that as the season…
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Matt Hartford discusses offseason refresh, 2026 season goals, and Pro Stock pressures

Matt Hartford finished third in last season's NHRA Pro Stock standings but that isn't quite good enough. He's expecting bigger and better things during NHRA's 75th anniversary celebration.
06 Mar 2026
Kayla Zadel
News
Hartford
The Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway have a way of setting the tone for the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. It’s where fresh storylines take shape, where offseason work finally meets the starting line, and…
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Xtreme Raceway Park joins NHRA Member Track Network In Division 4

Xtreme Raceway Park has joined the NHRA Member Track Network in NHRA’s South Central Division and has also partnered with NHRA for a special “51 Legends of the NHRA Divisions presented by Quarter-Max” program during NHRA’s 75th anniversary season in 2026.
06 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Xtreme
Xtreme Raceway Park has joined the NHRA Member Track Network in NHRA’s South Central Division (Division 4).Track owner Clyde Scott, who is the owner at Quarter-Max Racing Components, has also partnered with NHRA for a special “51 Legends of the NHRA…
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Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Friday preview

The longer than expected offseason mercifully comes to an end this weekend at Gainesville Raceway as the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals will provide the official kickoff to the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. Here's a look at what you can expect from the first day of Pro qualifying in Gainesville.
06 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Gators hero
The longer than expected offseason mercifully comes to an end this weekend at Gainesville Raceway as the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals will provide the official kickoff to the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.Optimism abounds…
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Top Fuel’s Doug Kalitta looks to stay at the top starting in Gainesville

For the second time in three years, Top Fuel veteran Doug Kalitta will start the season as the reigning world champion heading into this weekend’s Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
05 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Doug Kalitta
For the second time in three years, Top Fuel veteran Doug Kalitta will start the season as the reigning world champion heading into this weekend’s Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway, an impressive feat considering Kalitta’s…
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NHRA's Top 75 Moments, No. 1: Kenny Bernstein breaks 300-mph barrier

Kenny Bernstein’s shattering of the 300-mph barrier at the 1992 NHRA Gatornationals was voted by fans as the No. 1 highlight of NHRA’s Top 75 Moments, and it stands as a monument to the mechanical genius that is part of the DNA of all NHRA drag racers.
04 Mar 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
News
Top 75 Moments
 Kenny Bernstein’s shattering of the 300-mph barrier at the 1992 NHRA Gatornationals was voted by fans as the No. 1 highlight of NHRA’s Top 75 Moments, and it stands as a monument not only to Bernstein’s incredible successes but to the…
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NHRA announces first wave of 75th anniversary commemorative event tickets

As part of NHRA's 75th Anniversary during the 2026 season, a special commemorative ticket will be available for fans to purchase online, highlighting some of the biggest moments and legends in NHRA history.
04 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Tickets
As part of NHRA's 75th Anniversary during the 2026 season, a special commemorative ticket will be available for fans to purchase online, highlighting some of the biggest moments and legends in NHRA history.NHRA has announced the commemorative…
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Goodyear to celebrate NHRA’s 75th Anniversary at Gatornationals

As the NHRA celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2026, Goodyear will mark the occasion with specially branded tires in this weekend’s season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
04 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Goodyear
As the NHRA celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2026, Goodyear will mark the occasion with specially branded tires in this weekend’s season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.The partnership between Goodyear and NHRA goes back to the early…
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Daido Metal returns as primary partner for Paul Lee Racing at Gatornationals

Daido Metal will serve as the primary sponsor on the Funny Car driven by Paul Lee for the season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
04 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Paul Lee
Daido Metal will serve as the primary sponsor on the Funny Car driven by Paul Lee for the season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. Mainline Sales will appear as the secondary partner on the rear quarter panels, highlighting a continued…
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Celebrate drag racing's greatest heroes with new NHRA Top 75 Drivers book

NHRA’s Top 75 Drivers, a keystone program of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration, saluted the best drivers in the sport's history, and now you can own a keepsake 154-page book celebrating these great heroes of NHRA Drag Racing.
03 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
Top 75 Drivers
NHRA’s Top 75 Drivers, a keystone program of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration, salutes the Top 75 Drivers in NHRA history, as voted by an elite panel of drag racing experts, and now you can own a keepsake book celebrating the greatest heroes of…
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FTI Performance returns as sponsor of Pro Mod Showdown at Gatornationals

FTI Performance and Finish Line Consultants have announced the return of the FTI Pro Mod Showdown during qualifying at the 57th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, kicking off the 2026 NHRA Pro Mod season in thrilling fashion.
03 Mar 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
News
FTI
FTI Performance and Finish Line Consultants have announced the return of the FTI Pro Mod Showdown during qualifying at the 57th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at legendary Gainesville Raceway, kicking off the 2026 NHRA Pro Mod season in…
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Legends race with Bernstein, Amato, W.J., and Larson set for Gatornationals

Legendary NHRA drivers Kenny Bernstein, Joe Amato, Warren Johnson, and Bruce Larson will compete on Friday and Saturday at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in a special legends match race in 550-horsepower 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpacks.
03 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Legends
In addition to their appearance at the upcoming Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, legendary NHRA drivers Kenny Bernstein, Joe Amato, Warren Johnson, and Bruce Larson will take to the track on Friday and Saturday for a special legends match race…
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Famoso Dragstrip hosts NHRA Youth and Education Services program

Fabled NHRA member track Famoso Dragstrip hosted a spectacularly successful NHRA Youth and Education Services (YES) program, hosting more than 500 area high school students for a day of learning about motorsports job futures and possibilities.
03 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
YES program
Photos by Tom MachtFabled NHRA member track Famoso Dragstrip hosted a spectacularly successful NHRA Youth and Education Services (YES) program, hosting more than 500 area high school students for a day of learning about motorsports…
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The Insiders take a deep dive into the 2026 Gatornationals

On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Kevin McKenna of NHRA National Dragster and Tony Pedregon of the NHRA on FOX team join host Brian Lohnes to talk all things NHRA Gatornationals and beyond in 2026.
03 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
NHRA Insider podcast
NHRA Insider
 On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, Kevin McKenna of NHRA National Dragster and Tony Pedregon of the NHRA on FOX team join host Brian Lohnes to talk all things Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals and…
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NHRA member pins crafted into celebratory 75th anniversary artwork

NHRA fans and racers are finding new and unique ways to help celebrate NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season, and one of the most spectacular is a 75th anniversary logo piece of art comprised largely of NHRA member cloisonné pins.
03 Mar 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
Feature
75th project
NHRA fans and racers are finding new and unique ways to help celebrate NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season, and one of the most spectacular is a 75th anniversary logo piece of art comprised largely of NHRA member cloisonné pins.KaBrina Kringen, a Phoenix…
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Watch Gatornationals testing for free Tuesday and Wednesday on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the pre-event testing ahead of the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals for free Tuesday and Wednesday on NHRA.tv.
02 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Testing
NHRA fans can watch the pre-event testing ahead of the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals for free Tuesday and Wednesday on NHRA.tv.Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv coverage from Gainesville are Right…
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NHRA's Top 75 Moments: No. 2, Shirley Muldowney first female NHRA world champ

After becoming NHRA’s first female Professional class national event winner with her breakthrough triumph in Top Fuel in 1976, Shirley Muldowney wasted no time claiming the next accomplishment the following year: Top Fuel world champion.
02 Mar 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
News
Moment No. 2
After becoming NHRA’s first female Professional class national event winner with her breakthrough triumph in Top Fuel in 1976, Shirley Muldowney wasted no time claiming the next accomplishment the following year: Top Fuel world champion.Muldowney…
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Mark Pawuk to debut all-new Dodge Charger Drag Pak in Gainesville

Two-time Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown world champion and National Dragster All-Stars Fan Favorite Mark Pawuk is back, and he’s bringing the future of Dodge drag racing with him.
02 Mar 2026
David Kennedy
News
Mark Pawuk to debut all-new Dodge Charger Drag Pak in Gainesville
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Trick-Tools doubles down on Kulungian, Van Sant for 2026 season

Trick-Tools.com has announced an expanded sponsorship with TK Motorsports and the WAR NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle team, featuring rider Chase Van Sant, for the upcoming racing season.
02 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Trick Tools
Trick-Tools.com has announced an expanded sponsorship with TK Motorsports and the WAR NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle team, featuring rider Chase Van Sant, for the upcoming racing season.For the past three years, Trick-Tools has served as the primary…
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Tricky Tipster, Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals

As the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series kicks off in Gainesivlle at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, Shawn Langdon, Austin Prock, Greg Anderson, and Gaige Herrera are the favorites as PlayNHRA begins another exciting season.
02 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
Tricky Tipster®
Tipster
The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will officially kick off in Las Vegas with the historic Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. The first of 20 events, the Gainesville opener traditionally sets the tone for the new year.The…
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Right Trailers Outlaw Street Series debut set for NHRA’s stop at zMax Dragway

The new Right Trailers Outlaw Street Series, which features some of the major names from the famous Street Outlaws franchise, will debut on April 24-26 at zMAX Dragway in Charlotte as part of the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals.
02 Mar 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Street Outlaws
The thrilling new Right Trailers Outlaw Street Series, which features some of the major names from the famous Street Outlaws franchise, will debut on April 24-26 at zMAX Dragway in Charlotte as part of the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals.The exciting new…
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Alveys make headlines at Orlando Speed World Dragway Division 2 event

Austin Alvey won in Super Stock and runner-upped in Stock and Matthew Alvey runner-upped in Comp during a big family weekend at the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Southeast Division in event at Orlando Speed World Dragway.
28 Feb 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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D2
Photos by Rhonda McColeThe following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast Division event at Orlando Speed World Dragway:COMPETITION ELIMINATORMonty Bogan, Boiling Springs…
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NHRA's Top 75 Moments, No. 3: Don Garlits scores first rear-engine Top Fuel win

After a 1970 transmission explosion in his front-engine Swamp Rat 13 severed half of his right foot, Don Garlits perfected a rear-engine dragster and won the 1971 NHRA Winternationals in its debut. Within two years, every Top Fuel dragster had the engine behind the driver.
27 Feb 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
News
Don Garlits
For more than 50 years, the only design in Top Fuel has the driver sitting in front of the engine, but it wasn’t always that way until Don Garlits proved the design not only safer but faster in 1971.After a 1970 transmission explosion in his front-…
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NHRA Gatornationals FanFest returns to Burnyzz Speed Shop March 4

The Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals FanFest will once again kick off for fans at Burnyzz Speed Shop, March 4, hosted by NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Top Fuel driver Josh Hart and wife Brittanie Hart.
27 Feb 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Fanfest
The Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, which takes place March 5-8 at Gainesville Raceway, will once again kick off for fans at Burnyzz Speed Shop, March 4, with the Gatornationals FanFest hosted by NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Top Fuel…
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