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NHRA's Top 50 Sportsman Racers list welcomes 10 more quarter-mile legends

As part of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration, an elite panel of Sportsman racing legends has collaborated to select the Top 50 Sportsman Racers from NHRA’s first 75 years. Group 1 was announced June 2; here's the second group of 10 deserving racers.
09 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
NHRA's Top 50 Sportsman Racers
Top 50 Sportsman Racers
As part of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration, an elite panel of Sportsman racing legends — Dan Fletcher, David Rampy, Peter Biondo, Luke Bogacki, Justin Lamb, Gary Stinnett, Jeff Taylor, and Austin Williams, who have combined for 411 NHRA national…
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Action-packed Friday night to open Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

Friday night qualifying at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway will also see the final rounds in Top Fuel and Funny Car of last weekend’s NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto completed under the lights.
09 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Bristol
Friday night in Thunder Valley has always been a huge highlight of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. But there will be even more excitement — and a lot more on the line — when nitro at night comes alive in a major way this Friday at…
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Aaron Stanfield added to Pro Mod class for remainder of 2026 season

Elite Motorsports and Modern Racing Inc. have announced a driver change for the ProFlow Pumping Solutions/Modern Racing/Elite Motorsports Pro Modified entry, confirming that Aaron Stanfield will take over the driver's seat for the remainder of the 2026 season in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports.
09 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Aaron Stanfield
Elite Motorsports and Modern Racing Inc. have announced a permanent driver change for the ProFlow Pumping Solutions/Modern Racing/Elite Motorsports Pro Modified entry, confirming that Aaron Stanfield will take over the driver's seat for the…
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Ron Capps to be inducted into Legends of Thunder Valley in Bristol

Ron Capps, the winningest NHRA Funny Car driver in Bristol Dragway history, has been named the 2026 honoree for the prestigious Legends of Thunder Valley, historic Bristol Dragway’s Hall of Fame.
09 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Ron Capps
Ron Capps, the winningest NHRA Funny Car driver in Bristol Dragway history, has been named the 2026 honoree for the prestigious Legends of Thunder Valley, historic Bristol Dragway’s Hall of Fame.Capps, 60, will be officially inducted into the…
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Dow family accepts Holley Never Rest award at NHRA New England Nationals

The Dow family was the recipients of the Holley Never Rest award at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto.
08 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Never Rest
The Dow family was the recipient of the Holley Never Rest award at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto.Following the loss of family matriarch Jaime just days before the event, her husband, Dana, and daughter Addison, a Jr. Drag…
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Eight racers cash in on Best Losing Package presented by Holley award in Epping

The Best Losing Package presented by Holley awards $200 each to the drivers in Super Stock, Stock, Super Comp, Super Gas, Super Street, Top Dragster, and Top Sportsman who make the best mathematical run relative to its index/dial-in and reaction time in a losing effort in round one of eliminations.
08 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
Best Package
Sometimes in NHRA Drag Racing, even a great run can fall short of turning on the win light, but in 2026, Holley Performance Brands has taken a little of the sting out of losing.At each NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national event, the Best…
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Joey Gladstone set to replace Matt Smith for Bristol Pro Stock Motorcycle event

Three-time Pro Stock Motorcycle national event winner Joey Gladstone will race Matt Smith’s Denso Buell at this weekend’s Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol, Tenn.
08 Jun 2026
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News
Joey Gladstone
While he continues to recover from recent medical procedures, including gallbladder surgery, six-time NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion Matt Smith has named Joey Gladstone as his replacement rider. Gladstone, who won three Pro Stock…
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Oakes' near double highlights Lucas Oil Series at NHRA New England Nationals

In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, eight winners were crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at New England Dragway, including Shane Oakes, who won in Super Stock and runner-upped in Stock.
08 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
News
Oakes
In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, eight winners were crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at New England Dragway.Joe Carnasciale successfully defended his…
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Five things we learned at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto

Packed grandstands, world-class performances, dramatic storylines, and enough horsepower to shake the granite beneath New Hampshire.
08 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
Feature
Five things we learned at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
The connection between NHRA and New England stretches back farther than many realize. In NHRA's earliest years, the organization listed an East Coast office in New England, linking Southern California hot-rodding culture with Yankee ingenuity from…
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Pro Stock's Dallas Glenn wins NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto

The Top Fuel and Funny Car finals moved to Friday in Bristol due to inclement weather.
07 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
Race coverage
Pro Stock's Dallas Glenn wins NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
Pro Stock points leader Dallas Glenn picked up his third win of the season on Sunday at New England Dragway, defeating Matt Hartford in the final round of the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto. The final rounds in both Top Fuel…
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Weather delay pushes 2026 NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Top Fuel and Funny Car finals to Bristol

Rain postpones Funny Car and Top Fuel finals at the NHRA New England Nationals; Final rounds to be completed during the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway, June 12-14, 2026.
07 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
News
Weather delay pushes 2026 NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Nitro Finals to Bristol
Persistent rain at New England Dragway has delayed the completion of the 2026 NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto.As a result, the Funny Car and Top Fuel final rounds will not be completed in Epping and will instead be contested during…
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NHRA New England Nationals Sunday photo gallery: Speed, emotion, and victory in Epping

Race-winning aspirations, emotional victories, and packed grandstands come together in a collection of images that showcase the people, machines, and moments that defined Sunday eliminations at New England Dragway.
07 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Race coverage
Austin Prock with Bob Tasca III 50
Relive the sights, sounds, and defining moments of race day at the 13th running of the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto through the lens of NHRA National Dragster photographer Marc Gewertz. From first-round drama to winner's circle…
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Sunday News & Notes: It's Race Day at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto

At New England Dragway, the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series enters eliminations with momentum, rivalries, and speed at every turn.
07 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
Sunday News & Notes: It's Race Day at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
Top Fuel Round 1: Favorites Advance, Upsets Loom as Epping Delivers Early DramaThe opening round of Top Fuel eliminations at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto featured a mix of dominant performances, tire-smoking struggles, and a…
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Sunday pre-race ceremonies set the stage in New England

Historic ground, championship stakes, and perfect conditions greet fans as eliminations begin
07 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
 Sunday pre-race ceremonies set the stage in New England
  Beneath bright skies and comfortable New England temperatures, race day has arrived at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto. The grandstands continue to fill as fans stream through the gates of New England Dragway,…
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NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Sunday preview

Speed. History. Freedom. It's Race Day, and the New England Dragway is ready to host a day of competition for the record books.
07 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
News
NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Sunday preview
On Sunday at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series arrives at a unique intersection of American culture.We race at a track renowned for speed. We compete in a region steeped in history. And…
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NHRA New England Nationals Saturday photo gallery

Check out the pits, the racers, and the staging lanes at the 13th running of the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
06 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
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The 2026 NHRA New England Nationals roared into Saturday under dramatic skies in Epping, New Hampshire—and the action only got bigger, louder, and quicker. As traffic streamed into New England Dragway and the grandstands continued to swell, the…
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NHRA announces earlier start for Sunday eliminations at NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto

Top Fuel eliminations will now begin at 10:30 a.m. ET at New England Dragway, followed by Funny Car and Pro Stock competition.
06 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
NHRA announces earlier start for Sunday eliminations at NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
NHRA announced an earlier start for NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Sunday race day at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto at New England Dragway. The first round of eliminations is now set for 10:30 a.m. ET, starting…
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Vandergriff, Kalitta, Anderson power to Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge wins at sold-out New England Dragway

Vandergriff, Langdon and Anderson claim No. 1 spots at NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
06 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Race coverage
Vandergriff, Kalitta & Anderson power to Mission
Funny Car newcomer Jordan Vandergriff earned his first career No. 1 qualifier on Saturday at New England Dragway and also won the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge in the process, rolling to a spectacular Saturday for John Force Racing in front of a…
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Sold out crowd on Saturday at NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto

It marked the second straight sellout on Saturday during the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
06 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
Epping
NHRA officials announced a sellout at New England Dragway on Saturday for the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto. It marked the second straight sellout on Saturday during the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, following…
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Saturday News and Notes from the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto

Saturday at New England Dragway brings a full day of high-stakes action as the stars of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series battle through the final two qualifying sessions and the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge.
06 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
Race coverage
Saturday News and Notes
As traffic continued streaming through the gates and the grandstands steadily swelled at New England Dragway , Saturday's qualifying sessions at the NHRA New England Nationals roared to life with Top Fuel leading the way. News & Notes: Top…
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NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Saturday preview

The hunt is on as qualifying resumes at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
06 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
News
NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto returns as America celebrates 250 years of freedom
 If Friday night was about perfection, today is about pursuit.Under ideal New England conditions yesterday, fans at New England Dragway were treated to one of the most spectacular qualifying sessions of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing…
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Langdon, DeJoria, Anderson claw to top of qualifying at NHRA New England Nationals

Shawn Langdon, Alexis DeJoria, and Greg Anderson claim Friday-night No. 1 Clawifier awards presented by NAPA and set the pace under the lights at New England Dragway.
05 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Race coverage
Langdon, DeJoria & Anderson claw to top of qualifying at NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
Top Fuel points leader Shawn Langdon continued his torrid pace under the lights on Friday at New England Dragway, rolling to the provisional No. 1 qualifier position – and claiming the No. 1 Clawifier Award presented by NAPA – at the NHRA New…
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NHRA New England Nationals Friday photo gallery

Check out the pits, the racers, and the staging lanes at the 13th running of the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
05 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
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The 2026 NHRA New England Nationals kicked off under dramatic skies in Epping, New Hampshire—and Friday didn’t disappoint. From vintage muscle to modern Pro Stock power, the pits were alive with the rumble of engines and the buzz of East Coast race…
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Scott Farley's Top Fuel fireworks amazed Friday night crowd in Epping

During the second qualifying session at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, Scott Farley's Top Fuel dragster erupted in a spectacular explosion on the starting line.
05 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Race coverage
Scott Farley's Top Fuel fireworks
Fans packed into the grandstands at New England Dragway expecting to see header flames Friday night at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto. They got them a little earlier than expected. During the second qualifying session,…
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New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte gets up-close look at NHRA competition in Epping

New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte traded the State House for the starting line Friday as she visited New England Dragway.
05 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
News
 New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte gets up-close look at NHRA competition in Epping
New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte traded the State House for the starting line Friday as she visited New England Dragway during the opening day of the 2026 NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto. Accompanied by NHRA President Glen…
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NHRA announces earlier start for Saturday qualifying at NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto

NHRA announced an earlier start for Saturday qualifying in the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto at New England Dragway.
05 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
News
NHRA announces earlier start for Saturday qualifying at NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
 NHRA announced an earlier start for Saturday qualifying in the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto at New England Dragway. The third round of qualifying is now set for 11:30 a.m. ET,…
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Friday News and Notes from the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto

Pro Stock rivalry heats up, Tasca momentum builds, Top Fuel battle continues
05 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
Race coverage
 Friday News and Notes from the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto
 The battle for the Pro Stock championship remains one of the tightest and most compelling stories in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series as Greg Anderson and Dallas Glenn continue their season-long duel atop the standings. The KB Titan…
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The Tasca, Prock, and Ford families—were all built to win

When the win light finally flashed on in Maryland for Austin Prock and the newly formed Tasca Racing Funny Car team, it represented far more than a single race victory.
05 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
Feature
Tasca, Prock, and Ford families—were built to win
For Bob Tasca III, the NHRA Potomac Nationals win validated a vision built on family and an unwavering belief that success in NHRA drag racing comes from people, not parts. Looking back…
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NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Friday preview

Austin Prock, Shawn Langdon, and Greg Anderson arrive in Epping with momentum, while Chad Green and Dallas Glenn continue their championship pursuits at the 13th annual NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto.
05 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
News
NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto returns as America celebrates 250 years of freedom
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series arrives in Epping, N.H., carrying the momentum of one of the most competitive seasons in recent memory.Fresh off the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by…
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Recent progress has Top Fuel’s Will Smith excited for NHRA New England Nationals

Jumping into a loaded Top Fuel field is never easy, but Will Smith couldn’t be more thrilled with the opportunity, and he’s starting to make the most of it heading into this weekend’s NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto.
05 Jun 2026
Posted by NHRA.com staff
Feature
Will Smith
Jumping into a loaded Top Fuel field is never easy, but Will Smith couldn’t be more thrilled with the opportunity, and he’s starting to make the most of it heading into this weekend’s 13th annual NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto at…
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