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Impressive group of NHRA stars set for Texas FallNationals Fan Fest 

The official start of the Texas NHRA FallNationals at the historic Texas Motorplex begins Oct. 10 with an epic lineup of NHRA competitors at the Pre-Stage Fan Fest in downtown Waxahachie, Texas.
01 Oct 2024
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Fanfest
The official start of the Texas NHRA FallNationals at the historic Texas Motorplex begins Oct. 10 with an epic lineup of NHRA competitors at the Pre-Stage Fan Fest in downtown Waxahachie, Texas, including current and former world champions in all…
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Dallas Glenn and Mike Neff talk St. Louis, work, and the Countdown grind

On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by back-to-back Pro Stock winner Dallas Glenn and the winning Top Fuel crew chief from St. Louis, Mike Neff.
01 Oct 2024
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NHRA Insider podcast
NHRA Insider
  On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by back-to-back Pro Stock winner Dallas Glenn and the winning Top Fuel crew chief from St. Louis, Mike Neff. The two bring lots of insight…
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Carolina Dragway Division 2 National Open canceled after Hurricane Helene

The Division 2 National Open, originally scheduled for Oct. 5-6 at Carolina Dragway, has been canceled. The decision comes in the wake of Hurricane Helene, which caused significant damage to the region, leaving the facility without power and unable to host the event.
30 Sep 2024
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Division 2
The Division 2 National Open, originally scheduled for Oct. 5-6 at Carolina Dragway, has been canceled. The decision comes in the wake of Hurricane Helene, which caused significant damage to the region, leaving the facility without power and unable…
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Relive all the action from the 2024 NHRA Midwest Nationals!

You have plenty of chances to catch all the high-speed action again as NHRA on FOX re-airs the Third race of the Countdown to the Championship from St. Louis!
30 Sep 2024
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Race coverage
Relive all the action from the 2024 NHRA Midwest Nationals!
This past weekend's event delivered high-speed action and unforgettable moments as racers battled it out on the dragstrip. If you missed the live event, you can still catch all the thrilling highlights on FS1 and FS2. Tune in on Monday, September 30…
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Watch the Division 3 Lucas Oil Series event from Madison free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the Division 3 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series doubleheader event from World Wide Technology Raceway for free starting Wednesday on NHRA.tv.
30 Sep 2024
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Division 3 Lucas Oil Series
NHRA fans can watch the Division 3 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series doubleheader event from World Wide Technology Raceway for free starting Wednesday on NHRA.tv. Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Madison, Ill., are Moser,…
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Six event champs crowned in Lucas Oil action at NHRA Midwest Nationals

In addition to the thrilling action in the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at the NHRA Midwest Nationals, six winners were also crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at World Wide Technology Raceway, including Comp winner Ryan Warter.
30 Sep 2024
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Ryan Warter
In addition to the thrilling action in the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at the NHRA Midwest Nationals, six winners were also crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at World Wide Technology Raceway. Northwest Comp…
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5 Things We Learned in St. Louis

It was a chill bump-inducing weekend at World Wide Technology Raceway as a fresh note in history was written, crew chiefs proved unafraid, and veteran racers emerged victorious during a pivotal championship race. Here are five takeaways from the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
30 Sep 2024
Kelly Wade
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5 Things We Learned in St. Louis
SPEED IS TRULY FOR ALL Julie Nataas, Ida Zetterström, Jasmine Salinas, and Jianna Salinas (Top Fuel's Brittany Force not shown) Diversity within drag racing is the norm thanks to early trailblazers equipped with…
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Stan Shelton gets first career win in Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Series

Stan Shelton defeated Mason Wright in the final round of the NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway to earn his first career win in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+.
29 Sep 2024
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Stan Shelton
For the second straight race, a first-time winner found the winner’s circle in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+, as Stan Shelton defeated Mason Wright in the final round on Sunday at World Wide Technology Raceway…
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Beckman, Schumacher, Glenn, Herrera claim playoff wins at Midwest Nationals

Jack Beckman picked up his first victory since taking over for legendary driver John Force, Tony Schumacher claimed first playoff win in 10 years, Dallas Glenn protected his points lead, and Gaige Herrera took the top spot back at the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
29 Sep 2024
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Race coverage
St Louis winners
Funny Car’s Jack Beckman picked up his first victory since taking over for legendary driver John Force, defeating Ron Capps in the final round of the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals, also winning his first race in nearly four years on Sunday at…
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Mark Pawuk wins, clinches first Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown championship

Mark Pawuk, the veteran drag racer from Ohio, clinched his first Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown world championship at the NHRA Midwest Nationals. It's the first season championship for the former Pro Stock and Super Gas standout
29 Sep 2024
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Mark Pawuk
Entering elimination Sunday at the NHRA Midwest Nationals there were four drivers racing for the Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series world championship. Mark Pawuk, the veteran drag racer from Ohio, clinched his first Flexjet Factory Stock…
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Aaron Stanfield takes Holley EFI Factory X victory at NHRA Midwest Nationals

29 Sep 2024
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Factory X
Aaron Stanfield dropped a close Pro Stock final to Dallas Glenn, but picked up the victory in Holley EFI Factory X when he drove past Rick Hord in the final, 7.155 to 7.241.
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NHRA Midwest Nationals Sunday photo gallery

The award winning NHRA National Dragster photographers scoped out all the good stuff at the NHRA Midwest Nationals! Here are a handful of treats from late Saturday night and throughout the day on Sunday.
29 Sep 2024
NHRA National Dragster staff
Gallery
The marching band leads the Seal Master track walk 54
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Sunday News & Notes from the NHRA Midwest Nationals

News, notes, quotes, and photos Sunday eliminations at the NHRA Midwest nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. (Updated throughout the day)
29 Sep 2024
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
Justin Ashley and team
Sunday has arrived, win lights will flare, and trophies will be handed out to a select few. Who will make the cut at this, the third of six NHRA Countdown to the Championship events?  Top Fuel R1 This Top Fuel round was quick and fast,…
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NHRA Midwest Nationals Sunday preview

It’s race day at the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway, and there is plenty on the line at the third of six events in the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship.
29 Sep 2024
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
World Wide Technology Raceway
Top Fuel No. 1 qualifier T.J. Zizzo, who claimed the second pole of the season with his strong 3.714, will kick off eliminations with a first-round meeting with Billy Torrence. Illinois-native Zizzo, the longtime Top Fuel campaigner who wheels…
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Top Fuel field boasts four females in historic Sunday start in St. Louis

For the first time in history, NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series race day will include four female drivers in the Top Fuel ranks at the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis.
29 Sep 2024
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News
Julie Nataas
For the first time in history, NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series race day will include four female drivers in the Top Fuel ranks at the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis.   The Top Fuel field…
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NHRA Midwest Nationals Saturday photo gallery

Saturday at World Wide Technology Raceway was a blur, but our ace NHRA National Dragster photographers captured everything in crystal clear, full color. Here is a sample of what we saw in real-time on Saturday at the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
28 Sep 2024
NHRA National Dragster staff
Gallery
Tony Schumacher 79
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Championship battle in Congruity Pro Mod series still loaded with contenders

Two races remain in the 2024 season in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ and there’s still plenty on the line heading to St. Louis as part of this weekend’s NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway.
28 Sep 2024
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Congruity Pro Mod
Two races remain in the 2024 season in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ and there’s still plenty on the line heading to St. Louis as part of this weekend’s NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway…
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Zizzo, Prock, Enders, and Herrera go No. 1 at NHRA Midwest Nationals

T.J. Zizzo put forth an exceptional performance to claim his second No. 1 of the season, while Austin Prock added a 12th No. 1 to the pile at World Wide Technology Raceway. Erica Enders and Gaige Herrera also scored the top spot on the lone day of qualifying at the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
28 Sep 2024
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
T.J. Zizzo
T.J. Zizzo put forth an exceptional performance to claim his second No. 1 of the season, while Austin Prock added a 12th No. 1 to the pile at World Wide Technology Raceway. Erica Enders and Gaige Herrera also scored the top spot on the lone day of…
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It's a family thing for Pro Stock's Robert River

They don't run the full tour, but you can almost always count on seeing a member of the River family in Pro Stock when you come to World Wide Technology Raceway.
28 Sep 2024
Kelly Wade
Feature
Robert River
It’s been an entire year since we’ve seen second-generation racer Robert River behind the wheel in NHRA Pro Stock, but he hasn’t been snoozing. The young driver – whose father, Dave River, brought the family operation to Pro Stock – has been racing…
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Saturday News & Notes from the NHRA Midwest Nationals

News, notes, quotes, and photos from Pro qualifying at the NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. (Updated throughout the day)
28 Sep 2024
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
Dallas Glenn
After Friday’s disappointingly soaked situation, we’re rocking and rolling on day two of the NHRA Midwest Nationals. The morning was plumped full of Lucas Oil Series qualifying and rounds as well as the first round of qualifying in the Congruity Pro…
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NHRA Midwest Nationals Saturday preview

The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship continues at this weekend's 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. Starting a day late due to weather has done nothing to dampen the energy at the third event of the six-race playoffs.
27 Sep 2024
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
World Wide Technology Raceway
The first day of qualifying at the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals was washed clean away as the edges of Hurricane Helene swirled up and into the area surrounding World Wide Technology Raceway. Race cars and motorcycles never saw the light of day…
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Rain washes away the first day of qualifying at the NHRA Midwest Nationals

NHRA and World Wide Technology Raceway officials announced that due to continuing inclement weather, Friday racing has been canceled at the NHRA Midwest Nationals. Friday ticket holders can exchange their tickets for Saturday or Sunday tickets, or use toward purchase of a 2025 ticket.
27 Sep 2024
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Race coverage
Midwest Nationals Rainout
NHRA and World Wide Technology Raceway officials announced that due to continuing inclement weather, Friday racing has been canceled at the NHRA Midwest Nationals. With the continued precipitation and heavy winds on Friday, along with the time…
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Copertino, Northrop, Harvey, Sutliffe, and Hoff win Division 1 Summit Finals

Richard Copertino, Paul Northrop, David Harvey, Kevin Sutliffe, and Danny Hoff took home titles at the Division 1 Summit Series Finals to earn berths to the National Championship in Las Vegas. Jeff Krushinskie will join them as the Super Pro wild card.
27 Sep 2024
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News
Division 1
The following are Saturday's final results from the 2024 NHRA Summit Racing Series Northeast Division Finals: SUPER PRO Richard Copertino, Torrington, Conn., '04 Dragster, 4.634, 146.17  def. Kyle Kohr, Myerstown, Pa…
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NHRA Midwest Nationals Friday preview

The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship continues at this weekend's 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. The pivotal event caps a three-race stretch and marks the halfway point in the six-race playoffs.
27 Sep 2024
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
World Wide Technology Raceway
Adrenaline is high as drivers in all four professional categories arrive at World Wide Technology Raceway, a fan-favorite facility that sits in the shadow of the famed St. Louis Arch. With just a few days separating each of the first three events in…
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Schedule update for Friday at the NHRA Midwest Nationals

Due to inclement weather, NHRA and World Wide Technology Raceway officials are postponing the time spectator gates will open, as well as the opening qualifying session on Friday for the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
27 Sep 2024
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Race coverage
Rain in St. Louis
Due to inclement weather, NHRA and World Wide Technology Raceway officials are postponing the time spectator gates will open, as well as the opening qualifying session on Friday for the NHRA Midwest Nationals. High winds and continued rain are…
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Pro Stock Motorcycle points leader Matt Smith looks to continue momentum

Six-time Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion Matt Smith is the points leader heading into this weekend’s NHRA Midwest Nationals and will look to extend that points lead in hopes of earning his seventh world title.
26 Sep 2024
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Matt Smith
For the first time in the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, the Pro Stock Motorcycle class has a new points leader. That rider is none other than six-time champion Matt Smith, and as the series heads to St. Louis for this weekend’s…
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Tricky Tipster, NHRA Midwest Nationals

The experts at Alt Sports Data have set the opening lines for this week’s event at World Wide Technology Raceway, and they have chosen Doug Kalitta, Austin Prock, Erica Enders, and Gaige Herrera as the pre-race favorites.
26 Sep 2024
NHRA National Dragster staff
Tricky Tipster®
Tricky Tipster
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship playoffs reach the midway point this weekend at World Wide Technology Raceway during the NHRA Midwest Nationals. There will be no championships decided in St. Louis, but for…
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Schedule change for Friday qualifying at NHRA Midwest Nationals

Due to weather, NHRA and World Wide Technology Raceway officials have announced a schedule change for Friday qualifying at the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
26 Sep 2024
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
NHRA Midwest Nationals
Due to weather, NHRA and World Wide Technology Raceway officials have announced a schedule change for Friday qualifying in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at the NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. The opening round…
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Beckman focused on first win for Force heading to NHRA Midwest Nationals

It has been a great return to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series for Funny Car fan-favorite Jack Beckman, who took over driving duties for legendary driver John Force in Brainerd following Force’s June crash, and a win at this weekend's NHRA Midwest Nationals would make it even better.
25 Sep 2024
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Jack Beckman
It has been a great return to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series for Funny Car fan-favorite Jack Beckman, who took over driving duties for legendary driver John Force in Brainerd following Force’s June crash.   He’ll head to World Wide…
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Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown championship is on the line this weekend

After nine NHRA national events and nearly 100 elimination rounds of drag racing, the Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown world championship will come down to the NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway, where four drivers are still in the championship hunt.
25 Sep 2024
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown
After nine NHRA national events and nearly 100 elimination rounds of drag racing, the Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown world championship will come down to one race: the NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. Four drivers are…
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