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Wilkerson ready to get back on track in Brainerd

In a matter of back-to-back races veteran driver Tim Wilkerson experienced just how fine a line there is between success and disappointment in the loaded NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Funny Car class. 
16 Aug 2017
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In a matter of back-to-back races veteran driver Tim Wilkerson experienced just how fine a line there is between success and disappointment in the loaded NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Funny Car class.  Wilkerson went to his second…
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WFO Radio NHRA Nitro: Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals preview

16 Aug 2017
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Get ready for The Zoo! NHRA Countdown hopefuls Scott Palmer, Jim Campbell, and Joey Gladstone get ready for the Lucas Oil Nationals in Brainerd, NHRA National Dragster’s Kevin McKenna breaks down the Lucas Oil Championship races. NHRA’s Alan…
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The Indy Before Indy

Last week’s North Central Division event at Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis attracted more than 600 racers and provided a perfect warm-up for the upcoming Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals.
16 Aug 2017
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
The Sports Report
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The Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals doesn’t start for two more weeks yet there were officially 634 racers on the grounds of Lucas Oil Raceway at Indianapolis last weekend. The large gathering of Sportsman racers was made possible when the North…
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Line geared up for "home" race this weekend at Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals

Reigning NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Pro Stock champion Jason Line joined NHRA reporter Lewis Bloom via Skype in the Wally Parks NHRA Studio delivered by Papa John’s to talk about a number of subjects including this weekend’s Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals.
15 Aug 2017
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Reigning NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Pro Stock champion Jason Line joined NHRA reporter Lewis Bloom via Skype in the Wally Parks NHRA Studio delivered by Papa John’s to talk about a number of subjects including this weekend’s Lucas Oil NHRA…
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Behind the Numbers: Winners and losers of the Western Swing

The back-to-back-to-back grind of the Western Swing is over, and with just two races left in the regular season it’s time to take stock of how racers performed over one of the season’s most famous stretches
15 Aug 2017
Jacob Sundstrom, NHRA National Dragster Associate Editor
Behind the Numbers
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The back-to-back-to-back grind of the Western Swing is over, and with just two races left in the regular season it’s time to take stock of how racers performed over one of the campaign’s most famous stretches. Since Pro Stock Motorcycle only…
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Catching up with the Kalittas

From the "Eastern Swing" to the Western Swing, it's been a crazy couple of months on the NHRA tour and no one knows that better than the Kalitta Motorsports team.
15 Aug 2017
Ashley Oberhofer
On the Run: Kalitta Motorsports
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Hey everyone, long time no type! The super crazy part of our season has finally come to a close, and I've gotta tell ya, I'm pretty excited about it! We went from a four-race "Eastern Swing," to a quick stop in Chicago, to the infamous Western Swing…
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Cowie, Westerfield take NHRA Lucas Oil Series wins at Pacific Raceways

Shawn Cowie and Shane Westerfield won in the alcohol classes as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series regional event presented by Les Schwab Tires took place at Pacific Raceways.
14 Aug 2017
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Preview | Friday | Saturday KENT, Wash. - Shawn Cowie, Shane Westerfield, and Jeff Lane led the winner’s circle this past weekend during the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing…
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Gary Poppins Snacks to sponsor Megan Meyer in Brainerd

Top Alcohol Dragster racer Megan Meyer will receive backing from gourmet popcorn manufacturer Gary Poppins Snacks at this weekend's Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals in Braienrd, Minn.
14 Aug 2017
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With a recent national event win in Chicago added to her three Divisional wins this season, Top Alcohol Dragster racer Megan Meyer is currently in first place in NHRA’s Central Region, and third place in the overall NHRA Lucas Oil National…
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Top Fuel veteran McMillen has eyes on Countdown berth

After racing to his second career runner-up finish, Top Fuel veteran Terry McMillen is closer than ever to his first-ever appearance in the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship.
14 Aug 2017
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After racing to his second career runner-up finish, Top Fuel veteran Terry McMillen is closer than ever to his first-ever appearance in the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship. It also means the next two races,…
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After successful Western Swing, “Prock Rocket” aims for new heights at Brainerd

Robert Hight's Auto Club team is basking in the success of a very successful Western Swing during which the team piled up two wins and a new national speed record. Indy Bureau Chief John Kernan stopped by the John Force Racing shop to check in with crew chief Jimmy Prock about the road ahead.
14 Aug 2017
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Gary Pritchett has some nitro-driving dreams of his own

Gary Pritchett loves doing the clutch on the Capco Contractors dragster, but he also has dreams of one day contending for a championship as a Funny Car driver. He took a step in that direction recently behind the wheel of Jonnie Lindberg's Alcohol Funny Car in Indy.
14 Aug 2017
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NHRA Today™
Gary Pritchett and his wife, Leah, are both in the hunt for a 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Top Fuel championship, she as the driver of the Papa John’s dragster and he as the clutch man for Steve Torrence's dragster, but they both took…
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Hatcher named NHRA Senior Director of Public Relations and Communications

14 Aug 2017
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Jessica Hatcher, an experienced public relations executive with deep family ties to NHRA racing, has been named senior director of public relations and communications.   In her new role with NHRA, Hatcher will lead and create the strategic…
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Anderson looks to get back in winner's circle in Brainerd

Greg Anderson has two Wallys this year, but a trip to the winner's circle would be even sweeter for the former champ in front of family and friends at home.
14 Aug 2017
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Brainerd International Raceway is the first track Greg Anderson ever went to and returning there each year for the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, which takes place Aug. 17-20, is something the Duluth, Minn., native always enjoys. But heading there in the…
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Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals Top Sportsman winner Bart Smith

11 Aug 2017
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After a tough start to the 2017 season in Pacific Division competition, former drag boat racer Bart Smith picked the right time to get over the hump and collect his first win in the Top Sportsman presented by Racing RVs class after final-round…
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Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals Top Dragster winner Paul Nero

11 Aug 2017
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Top Dragster presented by Racing RVs winner Paul Nero didn’t leave much room for opponent Jeff Havens in the final round with a package that featured a .010 light and a 6.708 on his 6.70 dial. Nero’s consistency helped him survive a couple of close…
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Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals Super Street winner Chris Borges

11 Aug 2017
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Evan Kowalski winning his first national event title in 10 starts was impressive, but then there was Super Street champ Chris Borges, who won in his national event debut. Racing in the “big show” for the first time, Borges topped Matt Blodgett in…
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Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals Super Gas winner Evan Kowalski

11 Aug 2017
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At age 20, Super Gas winner Evan Kowalski became the latest graduate of the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League to find success at the national event level. In his 10th appearance at a national event, Kowalski gained a sizable lead against…
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Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals Super Comp winner Val Torres Jr.

11 Aug 2017
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En route to his fourth career win, Super Comp champ Val Torres Jr. defeated his brother, Gabe, in the quarterfinals, then went on to defeat Ryan McClanahan in the final. Torres was almost unstoppable with a .001 light and an 8.919, while McClanahan…
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Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals Stock winner Brian McClanahan

11 Aug 2017
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As the son of former national champ Jerry McClanahan and the father of 2010 Super Stock national champ Ryan McClanahan, Brian McClanahan has been to the winner’s circle many times at NHRA national events, but he didn’t have a Wally trophy to call…
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Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals Super Stock winner Jody Lang

11 Aug 2017
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Jody Lang, who also has wins in Super Gas and Stock, wheeled his trusty GT/MA Malibu to a victory over two-time national champ Justin Lamb in the Super Stock final. Facing a 30-mph speed differential, Lang managed to judge the finish line and post a…
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Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals Sportsman champion highlights

Four of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Sportsman champions crowned at the Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals were visiting a national event winner’s circle for the first time, and then there was Jody Lang, who earned career win No. 27 when he claimed the Super Stock title.
11 Aug 2017
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Four of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Sportsman champions crowned at the Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals were visiting a national event winner’s circle for the first time, and then there was Jody Lang, who earned career win No. 27 when he…
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Racer's Scrapbook: Jerry Ruth

The vaunted "King of the Northwest," Top Fuel great Jerry Ruth, shares memories of some of his favorite race cars and memories from his storied 20-year career in the sport.
11 Aug 2017
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
DRAGSTER Insider
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The chance to sit and talk with legends of drag racing is one of the real perks of my job, and for a kid who grew up following the sport from the other side of the printed page, it’s a dream come true to enjoy some one-on-one time with them. Due to…
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Flashback Friday on NHRA All Access: 1990 NHRA NorthStar Nationals

Throughout 2017, NHRA All Access subscribers will get bonus content with the airing of vintage NHRA national events as part of the new Flashback Friday feature. This week: the 1990 NHRA NorthStar Nationals
10 Aug 2017
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Flashback Friday
Throughout 2017, NHRA All Access subscribers will get bonus content with the airing of vintage NHRA national events as part of the new Flashback Friday feature. This week: the 1990 NHRA NorthStar Nationals. Some of the highlights of the show…
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Crew Chief Confidential: NHRA Northwest Nationals

NHRA reporter Lewis Bloom caught up with the winning crew chiefs from the NHRA Northwest Nationals as the Western Swing came to a close.
10 Aug 2017
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Crew Chief Confidential
Following the NHRA Northwest Nationals, NHRA reporter Lewis Bloom caught up with victorious crew chiefs for Funny Car driver Robert Hight, Pro Stock wheeler Drew Skillman, and Top Fuel pilot Antron Brown. Hear from Jimmy Prock, Tomi Laine, and Brian…
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Firebird celebrates 50th season with Nightfire Nationals Heritage Series event

In celebration of Firebird Raceway’s historic 50th year, the Nightfire Nationals returns to the famed Idaho track Aug. 11-13 for a race marks a key stop for both Funny Car and Top Fuel in the NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series.
10 Aug 2017
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In celebration of Firebird Raceway’s historic 50th year, the Nightfire Nationals returns to the famed Idaho track Aug. 11-13 for a race marks a key stop for both Funny Car and Top Fuel in the NHRA Hot Rod Heritage Series. Leading the charge will be…
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NHRA Today Roundtable: Western Swing review

With the Western Swing now in the rear-view mirror, John Kernan joins Amanda Busick and Lewis Bloom via Skype in the Wally Parks NHRA Studio delivered by Papa John’s to look back at the past three events and the Road to the Countdown ahead.
09 Aug 2017
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Regular season nears finish line in Brainerd

The Countdown to the Championship is just two races away, which means the pressure is turning up for racers looking to secure a spot in the playoffs. The Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals will provide a spot for drivers to do just that.
09 Aug 2017
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Brainerd Hero
Tensions will rise as the drivers in the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series head to Brainerd International Raceway for the 36th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, Aug. 17-21. It is the 17th of 24 races during the 2017 season and, more importantly, is…
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Behind the Numbers: How Steve Torrence turned around NHRA’s most lopsided rivalry

Steve Torrence and the Capco Boys have (finally) turned the tide against Antron Brown. Here's how they did it.
09 Aug 2017
Jacob Sundstrom, NHRA National Dragster Associate Editor
Behind the Numbers
You know who got real tired of hearing about Antron Brown kicking Steve Torrence’s butt in Top Fuel drag racing? Steve Torrence. So, he did something about it. It took some time, as one might expect when looking for an antidote to the poison…
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WFO Radio NHRA Northwest Nationals Winners Edition

09 Aug 2017
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NHRA Northwest Nationals Winners Edition featuring Antron Brown, Robert Hight, Drew Skillman, and Jeffrey Barker.  Brown discusses making four straight final rounds and winning two of three during the Western Swing. Brown answers questions…
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The three that got away

Justin Lamb went to three final rounds in two weeks and lost all of them, but it would be hard for him to not consider his Sonoma and Seattle trip a success
09 Aug 2017
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
The Sports Report
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During a three-week swing that included the Division 7 Lucas Oil Series event in Sonoma, the Toyota NHRA Sonoma Nationals, and the NHRA Northwest Nationals in Seattle, Justin Lamb competed in five events. His combined record for the five includes a…
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