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NHRA 101: Your Guide to NHRA Drag Racing

In basic terms, a drag race is an acceleration contest between two vehicles over a measured distance, but what is a holeshot? Or a breakout? Welcome to NHRA 101, your complete guide to the world of NHRA Drag Racing, from the terminology of the sport to what you need to enjoy a day at the races to info on the many different vehicles that take to the track during a race weekend.
NHRA.com Features and Columns

There's more to drag racing than just two cars streaking down the strip. NHRA.com has a wide assortment of regular columns, including the DRAGSTER Insider -- in which ND Editor Phil Burgess treats you to "the stories behind the stories" from yesterday and today -- exclusive Driver Blogs that take you into the homes and trailers of the sport's top stars, and the NHRA.com Notebook. From this area, you also can access previous Special Sections, including special-edition websites and blogs as well as memorial pages.
Meet the Stars of the NHRA Mello Yello Series

Want more information on your favorite NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series drivers? NHRA.com has full bios on all the series regulars, including major accomplishments, best runs, hobbies, and more, plus team and driver website addresses and contact information in the fan-club sections.
Watch NHRA Drag Racing on TV

All 24 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series events feature same-day television coverage on ESPN2 of the Professional-class action with play-by-play from motor racing veteran Dave Rieff and expert color commentary by former Top Fuel and Funny Car racer Mike Dunn. ESPN2 also offers coverage of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series. NHRA Drag Racing also is aired in Canada on TSN.
The Sights and Sounds of NHRA Drag Racing

NHRA.com offers a wide array of multimedia features for you to enjoy the sights and sounds of NHRA Drag Racing. With video clips and photos from the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series, the popular National Dragster Photo of the Week, and a gallery of .wav files for your computer, there's lots to see and hear in NHRA Multimedia.
Get Your Official NHRA Apparel and Merchandise

A wide range of NHRA-themed items is available for purchase online. The NitroMall is your one-stop spot for official NHRA merchandise, products from some of the teams of the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series, and more. The NHRA Store is the place to join NHRA and purchase specialty items and DVDs, and the NHRA Museum Store has items to satisfy history buffs, from vintage T-shirts to historical books.

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Melanie Troxel

Date of birth:
August 31, 1972
Hometown:
Denver
Sponsor/Car:
TBD
Crew Chief:
TBD

Career Wins: 7
TF: 4 FC: 1 TAD: 2 Sports: 1
Career Final Rounds: 23
TF: 15 FC: 1 TAD: 4
Career Best E.T.:
4.042
Career Best Speed:
313.73

2011: Posted a semifinal finish at Dallas; Set a career best for time and speed
2010: Reached semi's at Pomona 2; Qualified for 13 of 15 races
2009: Competed in Pro Mod exhibitions
2008: Earned her first win in a Funny Car in Bristol, just two races after Ashley Force became the first woman in NHRA history to do so
2007: Announced at Mac Tools U.S. Nationals a move from Top Fuel to Funny Car in 2008; Won two races in four final-round appearances; Earned second Top 10 finish of her career
2006: Became the eighth female to win a pro category in NHRA history and the sixth to win a Top Fuel event with her victory at Pomona 1; Earned two victories in nine final round appearances; Set the Top Fuel record for most consecutive final round appearances to open a season (5); Earned two No. 1 qualifying awards; Became the eighth female in NHRA history to earn a No. 1 qualifying position in a pro category; Nominated for two ESPY awards (best driver and best female athlete); Named the winner of the prestigious Driver of the Year first quarter award; First female to ever be named a quarterly winner of the prestigious Driver of the Year award; Named Sportswoman of the Year by Billie Jean King’s Women’s Sports Foundation; Clocked career-best speed at Atlanta; Led the POWERade Series point standings for the first 12 races of the season; Posted first career POWERade Top 10 points finish
2005: Posted runner-up finish at Pomona 2; Became quickest and fastest female in NHRA history with career-best performances
2000: Switched to Top Fuel class after four seasons in Top Alcohol Dragster; Won the Auto Club of Southern California's Road to the Future award; Named as a finalist for Rookie of the Year; Runner-up at O'Reilly Fall Nationals in Dallas

Marital Status: Single
Height/weight: 5-foot-8, 130 pounds
Hobbies: Snowboarding and golf
Earned two national event victories in Top Alcohol Dragster competition (Seattle and Topeka)

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