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NHRA announces three-day sellout crowd at the Dodge Power Brokers Mile-High Nationals

For the third consecutive day, the NHRA and officials from Bandimere Speedway have announced a sellout crowd at this weekend’s 43rd and final Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway.
16 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Bandimere Speedway Sellout Crowd
For the third consecutive day, the NHRA and officials from Bandimere Speedway have announced a sellout crowd at this weekend’s 43rd and final Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway. Each of the three days at Thunder…
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Sunday news and notes from the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals

News, notes, quotes, photos, and videos from final eliminations at the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals
16 Jul 2023
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
J.R. Todd
After a moving rendition of the National Anthem and a trio of fighter-jet flyovers, the first pair of Top Fuel dragsters take to the track. In a mind-blowing opening act, Josh Hart and his R+L Carriers Top Fuel dragster blast off the starting…
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Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals Sunday preview

After four rounds of qualifying at picturesque Bandimere Speedway, drivers in all four Professional categories have found their positions and first-round partners, and they're ready to race for the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals trophy. 
16 Jul 2023
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
Bandimere Speedway
After four rounds of qualifying at picturesque Bandimere Speedway, drivers in all four Professional categories have found their positions and first-round partners, and they're ready to race for the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals trophy…
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Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals Saturday photo gallery

Images from Saturday, as shot by NHRA and National Dragster photographers at Bandimere Speedway's Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals
15 Jul 2023
NHRA National Dragster staff
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The Bandimere family with Fire Department Coffee 46
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Hagan, B. Force, Enders, and Arana Jr. finalize low qualifier awards at Bandimere

Qualifying for the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals was tied up neatly with a thunderous track record-setting run by Brittany Force, and Dodge-campaigner Matt Hagan sealed the deal on his 50th Funny Car No. 1. Erica Enders and Hector Arana Jr. also earned the top spot in their respective classes to celebrate Bandimere Speedway's 65th anniversary.
15 Jul 2023
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
Brittany Force
Qualifying for the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals tied up neatly with a thunderous track record-setting run by Top Fuel's Brittany Force, and Dodge-campaigner Matt Hagan sealed the deal on his 50th Funny Car No. 1. Pro Stock champion…
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Ashley, Hagan, Coughlin, and M. Smith win Denver Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge

The exhilarating Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge took place during Saturday qualifying at the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals, and Justin Ashley, Matt Hagan, Troy Coughlin Jr., and Matt Smith emerged as winners. They'll take home the cash and bank valuable bonus points that will come into play when the Countdown to the Championship playoffs begin. 
15 Jul 2023
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
Matt Hagan
The exhilarating Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge took place during Saturday qualifying at the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals, and the bonus race did not disappoint. After two elimination rounds, Justin Ashley (Top Fuel), Matt Hagan…
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First-Time Champs Reign at JDRL Eastern Conference Finals

Connor Boyd (age 6-9), Jesse Varner (10), Easton Hodge (11), Joey Torchia (12), Dylan MacNicol (13), Jude Kersnason (14), Dexter Gomez (15), Logan Grayson (16-17), and Beech Bend Raceway Park (team) took top honors during the NHRA Right Trailers Eastern Conference Finals at Bristol Dragway.
15 Jul 2023
Candida Benson, Jr. Dragster Contributor
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2023 Eastern Conference Finals Champion Connor Boyd
Connor Boyd (age 6-9), Jesse Varner (10), Easton Hodge (11), Joey Torchia (12), Dylan MacNicol (13), Jude Kersnason (14), Dexter Gomez (15), Logan Grayson (16-17), and Beech Bend Raceway Park (team) took top honors during the NHRA Right Trailers…
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Bandimere Speedway is the keeper of memories for Pro Stock's Chris and Lester McGaha

In 65 years of hosting drag racing, Bandimere Speedway has become home for many. For eight-time Pro Stock winner Chris McGaha, the historic facility is where it all began.
15 Jul 2023
Kelly Wade
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Chris and Lester McGaha
In 65 years of hosting drag racing, Bandimere Speedway has become home for many. Of course, racers who live in the area revere the facility and host of 43 NHRA national events. For Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competitors who race in Division 5, the…
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Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals/Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge Saturday preview

The final day of qualifying for the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals will set the field in all four classes, but it will also serve as a thrilling race-within-a-race as the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge is contested. 
15 Jul 2023
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
Bandimere Speedway overview
The final day of qualifying for the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals will set the field in all four classes, but it will also serve as a thrilling race-within-a-race as the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge is contested.  The…
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Kenny Bernstein back in the saddle ... warming up Antron Brown's Top Fueler

NHRA legend and International Motorsports Hall of Fame inductee Kenny Bernstein fired up Antron Brown's Top Fueler for the first qualifying session at the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals.
14 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Kenny Bernstein
Three-time NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series Top Fuel champ Antron Brown had the distinct honor of having NHRA legend and International Motorsports Hall of Fame inductee Kenny Bernstein sit in his 11,000-horsepower Matco Tools/Lucas Oil Top Fuel…
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Coughlin, Beverett top winner's list at National Trail Raceway Division 3 event

Mike Coughlin and Chip Beverett led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division was in action at National Trail Raceway.
14 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Division 3
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division event at National Trail Raceway: TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER Mike Coughlin, Dublin, Ohio, 5.311, 276.41  def. Tony…
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Hagan, Brown, Enders, and Arana Jr. No. 1 on day one at Bandimere Speedway

The first day of qualifying at the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals saw Dodge Direct Connection Funny Car racer Matt Hagan grab the provisional pole, while Antron Brown (Top Fuel), Erica Enders (Pro Stock), and Hector Arana Jr. (Pro Stock Motorcycle) nabbed the top spot in their respective classes.
14 Jul 2023
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
Matt Hagan Dodge Direct Connection Funny Car
The first day of qualifying at the Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals took place before a sell-out crowd under a bright blue sky at Bandimere Speedway. During the 65th anniversary of the historic facility, Dodge Direct Connection Funny Car…
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Galbraith, Nowicki, Bohannon lead winners at JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals

Troy Galbraith, Mark Nowicki, and Tyler Bohannon led the list of winners at the JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals at National Trail Raceway.
14 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Troy Galbraith
The following are Thursday's final results from the NHRA JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals: COMPETITION ELIMINATOR Troy Galbraith, Indianapolis, Ind., '14 Spitzer, B/DA, 6.908, 182.08  def. Greg Kamplain, Brownsburg, Ind., '14…
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Parker, Hough, Moeck lead winners at Woodburn Dragstrip Division 6 race

Kim Parker and Brian Hough took Top Alcohol wins as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northwest Division was in action at Woodburn Dragstrip.
14 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Division 6
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northwest Division event at Woodburn Dragstrip: TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER Kim Parker, Puyallup, Wash., 5.445, 261.39  def. Joey Severance,…
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Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals Friday photo gallery

What did our NHRA National Dragster photographers see on Friday at Bandimere Speedway? Click through this photo gallery and find out.
14 Jul 2023
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Brittany Force 44
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Denver native Deric Kramer seeking first Pro Stock win at Bandimere Speedway

Some of Deric Kramer’s first memories as a child are from Bandimere Speedway and the Pro Stock standout and Denver-area native has enjoyed countless enjoyable moments over the years at his home track. He’ll get a chance to make one more on Thunder Mountain at this weekend’s 43rd annual Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals.
14 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Deric Kramer's GetBioFuel.com Chevrolet
Some of Deric Kramer’s first memories as a child are from Bandimere Speedway and the Pro Stock standout and Denver-area native has enjoyed countless enjoyable moments over the years at his home track. He’ll get a chance to make one more on…
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Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals Friday Preview

The 10th of 21 events on the 2023 Camping World Drag Racing Series schedule is taking place this weekend at famed Bandimere Speedway with the 43rd annual Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals. The scenic Denver-area facility, carved into what's known as "Thunder Mountain," is celebrating its 65th year, and all four Professional categories are on hand for the celebration.
14 Jul 2023
Kelly Wade
Race coverage
Bandimere Speedway overall view
The 10th of 21 events on the 2023 Camping World Drag Racing Series schedule is taking place this weekend at famed Bandimere Speedway with the 43rd annual Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals. The scenic Denver-area facility, carved into what…
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Funny Car points leader Matt Hagan after another win in Denver

The journey wasn’t always easy for Matt Hagan at Bandimere Speedway, but the three-time Funny Car world champion broke through for his long-awaited first win at the legendary facility in 2021 and is looking for another title this year.
14 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Matt Hagan
The journey wasn’t always easy for Matt Hagan at Bandimere Speedway, but the three-time Funny Car world champion broke through for his long-awaited first win at the legendary facility in 2021. It was a memorable moment for Hagan, and he’s looking…
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Revchem Composites joins Ron Capps Motorsports

Three-time and reigning Funny Car world champ Ron Capps has announced that Revchem Composites, a leading provider of advanced composite materials and solutions, joined his NAPA Auto Parts Toyota Funny Car team.
13 Jul 2023
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Ron Capps
Three-time and reigning Funny Car world champ Ron Capps has announced that Revchem Composites, a leading provider of advanced composite materials and solutions, joined his NAPA Auto Parts Toyota Funny Car team.   Revchem Composites is…
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New National Dragster packed with race coverage, Sportsman racer features

The July 2023 issue of NHRA National Dragster, featuring complete coverage from Epping, Bristol, and Norwalk plus Sportsman-racer features and interviews, is now online in digital format and in the mail in its traditional print format to NHRA Members around the world.
13 Jul 2023
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
National Dragster
Read the new issue The July 2023 issue of NHRA National Dragster, featuring complete coverage from the…
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Watch this weekend's Jr. Eastern Conference Finals for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the Right Trailers NHRA Jr. Drag Racing League Eastern Conference Finals from Bristol Dragway for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv.
13 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Eastern Conference Finals
NHRA fans can watch the Right Trailers NHRA Jr. Drag Racing League Eastern Conference Finals from Bristol Dragway for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv. Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv coverage are Right Trailers, JEGS, Strange, and Moser. Fans…
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Pro Stock’s Matt Hartford to sport GETTRX branding in Denver farewell

Matt Hartford and his Total Seal/CIP1 Camaro will sport a familiar look when the team unloads Friday in Denver. GETTRX, powered by Global Electronic Technology, returns to the door of Hartford’s Jerry Haas-built Pro Stock machine for the second time in 2023.
13 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Matt Hartford
In the midst of a career-best season, Matt Hartford and his Total Seal/CIP1 Camaro will sport a familiar look when the team unloads Friday in Denver. GETTRX, powered by Global Electronic Technology, returns to the door of Hartford’s Jerry Haas-built…
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Western Swing provides a welcome motorcycle road trip for Salinas family

While NHRA teams are focused on one of the most grueling stretches of races of their season, the Western Swing, through Colorado, Washington, and California, it offers a unique opportunity for the Salinas family to take to the open road together on their motorcycles. 
13 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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Salinas family
While NHRA teams are focused on one of the most grueling stretches of races of their season, the Western Swing, teams leave their race shops – most of which are in the Midwest – and head west for Colorado, Washington, and California over a three-…
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All-Star lineup of drivers to appear at NHRA FanFest prior to Seattle event

The start of the Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways in Seattle will officially kick off with the NHRA FanFest presented by Explore Auburn on Thursday, July 20, with an impressive lineup of drivers that includes legendary 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force.
12 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
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FanFest
The start of the 34th annual Flav-R-Pac NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways in Seattle will officially kick off with the NHRA FanFest presented by Explore Auburn on Thursday, July 20, with an impressive lineup of drivers that includes…
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Annual NHRA Awards Ceremony will return to Southern California Wine Country

The 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series Awards Ceremony will again take place at the Pechanga Resort Casino on Monday, Nov. 13, returning to scenic Southern California Wine Country following the final race of the season.
12 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
NHRA Awards Ceremony
The 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series Awards Ceremony will again take place at the Pechanga Resort Casino on Monday, Nov. 13, returning to scenic Southern California Wine Country following the final race of the season, the In-N-Out Burger…
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Top Fuel's Antron Brown is looking for another Western Swing sweep in 2023

Antron Brown, the last driver to sweep all three races of the Western Swing when he accomplished the feat in 2009, is geared up and ready to do it again entering this weekend's Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals.
12 Jul 2023
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Antron Brown
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Five Memorable Moments from the history of the Mile-High Nationals

Bandimere Speedway has played host to the NHRA Mile-High Nationals since 1979, and the thin altitude has been thick with excitement ever since. Here's a look back at five memorable moments from the history of the event.
12 Jul 2023
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Mile-High Nationals
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With SealMaster aboard, Shawn Langdon is looking for more Denver success

Past NHRA Top Fuel champion Shawn Langdon knows a thing or two about running well at Bandimere Speedway where he won a Jr. Dragster championship in 1997 and was Top Fuel runner-up last season. He'll ride into battle this year with longtime team Kalitta backer SealMaster as his sponsor.
11 Jul 2023
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Shawn Langdon
Past NHRA Top Fuel champion Shawn Langdon knows a thing or two about running well at Bandimere Speedway near Denver where the elevation is 5,800 feet above sea level. One year ago, he went to the final round, but this racetrack holds a more…
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Denver Preview Show: High Altitude and High Intensity

On this episode of the NHRA Insider, the discussion turns to the lingering effects of Norwalk and the upcoming Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals in Denver. 
11 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
NHRA Insider podcast
Insider podcast
On this episode of the NHRA Insider, the discussion turns to the lingering effects of Norwalk and the upcoming Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals in Denver.  The race will be a big one as it will be a national event send-off…
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Watch this weekend's JEGS SPORTSnationals for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals and the Division 3 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from National Trail Raceway for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv.
11 Jul 2023
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
SPORTSnationals
NHRA fans can watch the JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals and the Division 3 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from National Trail Raceway for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv. Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv coverage are Right Trailers, JEGS,…
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