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Cory McClenathan, Top Fuel driver

Good test, with a heavy heart

Good test, with a heavy heartSunday, January 27, 2008

Posted by: Cory McClenathan, Top Fuel driver

Hi race fans. I think we had a great turn out of racecars this weekend for the National Time Trials test session at Firebird International Raceway in Phoenix. Unfortunately, it rained out Sunday just when we were ready to make some full passes with our Fram Top Fuel dragster. I know how much Mike Green and the crew are ready to see what the car will do.

We've already made the decision to stay and test through Wednesday if we have to and get the job done. You can feel the excitement from all the drivers, crews, and the fans as we get ready to head to Pomona.

I know it's been a long week for all the teams and they deserve a weekend off with there families but I can't end my blog this week without asking all of you to say a prayer for the Herbert family. My heart goes out to them and I know my team and everyone at DSR feels the same way.

Cory Mac

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