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Sportsman Racer of the Month: Pete D’Agnolo

During a busy month with multiple national and divisional events, Pete D'Agnolo emerged from a crowded field to earn NHRA National Dragster's Racer of the Month honors after reaching three straight final rounds.
10 Jul 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
News, Feature
Pete D'Agnolo
Pete D’Agnolo has been a world champion and a NHRA U.S. Nationals winner, but it’s not likely that he’s ever had a hot streak that compares to his recent two-week stay at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park in Norwalk.  Competing in…
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Team building, Stihl Southeast-style, at Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School

Stihl Southeast's recent team-building exercise wasn't about trust falls and repetitive PowerPoint slides, as team members instead strapped into dragsters and barreled down Gainesville Raceway at Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School.
03 Jul 2025
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Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School
by Ainsley Jacobs On a recent day, Florida’s Gainesville Raceway didn’t just roar with the thunder of dragsters, it echoed with the camaraderie and competition of Stihl employees living out the ultimate bucket list experience.…
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Summit Racing Equipment Nationals winners, Jason Galvin join WFO Radio

Fresh off their thrilling victories at the 2025 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series winners Austin Prock, Justin Ashley, Cory Reed, and John Hall join WFO Radio NHRA Nitro.
02 Jul 2025
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WFO
  Fresh off their thrilling victories at the 2025 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series winners Austin Prock (Funny Car), Justin Ashley (Top Fuel), Cory Reed (Pro Stock), and John Hall (Pro Stock…
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the Summit Racing Equipment Nationals

Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2025 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
02 Jul 2025
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Weekend Rewind: 2025 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals

The hot summer of NHRA action roared on into Norwalk for the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, where emotional victories were scored, points battles got a shake-up, and engines expired in the heat. Here's a video look back at the event.
01 Jul 2025
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Weekend Rewind: 2025 Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals
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Clay Millican excited to thrill fans with a win at Summit Motorsports Park

Summit Motorsports Park is near and dear to Clay Millican’s heart. In addition to a previous wins at “America’s Race Track,” Millican carries the event sponsor on the side of this Rick Ware Racing Top Fuel Dragster.
28 Jun 2025
Evan J. Smith, National Dragster Contributor
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Clay Milican
Summit Motorsports Park is near and dear to Clay Millican’s heart. In addition to a previous wins at “America’s Race Track,” Millican carries the event sponsor on the side of this Rick Ware Racing Top Fuel Dragster. Currently sixth in points, the…
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Ron “the Rat” Tornow determined to make his swan song a successful one

As he prepares to put the wraps on his Pro Stock Motorcycle career, Ron "the Rat" Tornow has a few things left to accomplish and with a little help from his friends, he's right on schedule.
28 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Ron Tornow
Since his NHRA debut in 2020, Pro Stock Motorcycle racer Ron “the Rat” Tornow has become popular with fans and his fellow racers mostly due to the dancing rat mascot that cheers him on at the starting line during most events.  While Tornow…
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After near double-up, Pete D’Agnolo is seeking more Norwalk success

Three years after winning the NHRA Super Stock world championship, Pete D'Agnolo is having a strong season with his Modified '67 Camaro. D'Agnolo scored a recent win and runner-up at Summit Motorsports Park and is looking to score again this weekend at the Summit Racing Equipment Nationals.
28 Jun 2025
Evan J. Smith, National Dragster Contributor
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Pete D'Agnolo
In 1968 Sam D’Agnolo purchased a one-year-old 1967 Camaro. It was equipped with a 350 and backed by a 4-speed; just the stuff to make for a fun street/strip machine. With his life ahead of him, Sam began racing but there’s no way he could have…
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Josh Hart looks to make big move at Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals

This weekend’s 19th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals represents a great opportunity for Top Fuel’s Josh Hart. He’s had success in Norwalk, and sponsor R+L Carriers has a huge presence near Summit Motorsports Park.
25 Jun 2025
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Josh Hart
Always a highlight of the season for every driver in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, this weekend’s 19th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park represents a great opportunity for Top Fuel’s Josh Hart.…
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Success in Norwalk would mean great deal to Funny Car rookie Spencer Hyde

It has already been a standout rookie season for Spencer Hyde in the Funny Car ranks, but a host of friends and supporters and a special livery could make the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals even more special for him and the Jim Head Racing team.
25 Jun 2025
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Spencer Hyde
It has already been a standout rookie season for Spencer Hyde in the Funny Car ranks heading into this weekend’s 19th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals at Summit Motorsports Park. He has advanced to one final round, picked up a…
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Five things we learned in Richmond

The American Rebel Light Virginia NHRA Nationals was a steamy affair, in more ways than just the 90-degree-plus weather. Here’s the five items we found the hottest over the weekend at Virginia Motorsports Park.
24 Jun 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Five things we learned in Richmond
The American Rebel Light Virginia NHRA Nationals was a steamy affair, in more ways than just the 90-degree-plus weather. Here’s the five items we found the hottest over the weekend at Virginia Motorsports Park. Brayden Davis is for real…
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Dystany Spurlock ready for Pro Stock Motorcycle debut at Virginia Nationals

Dystany Spurlock will make her Pro debut at this weekend's American Rebel Light Virginia NHRA Nationals aboard an Arana Racing entry. Spurlock is an experienced rider in other two-wheeled classes and considers Virginia Motorsports Park her home track.
21 Jun 2025
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Dystany Spurlock
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Bristol sand trap ride gave Buddy Hull another dose of Funny Car experience

A trip into the sand trap two weeks ago in Bristol gave second-year Funny Car driver Buddy Hull an unscheduled chance to check another item off of the “I’m a real Funny Car driver now” list, and he thinks he's all the better for it.
21 Jun 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
Feature
Buddy Hull
A trip into the sand trap two weeks ago in Bristol gave second-year Funny Car driver Buddy Hull an unscheduled chance to check another item off of the “I’m a real Funny Car driver now” list after his two braking parachutes failed to deploy after his…
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Pro Stock Motorcycle newcomer Brayden Davis looks to keep rolling in Richmond

It was nearly a perfect weekend for Brayden Davis in just his second career start in the Pro Stock Motorcycle ranks two weeks ago in Bristol. The only thing missing — an event win — is something he’d love to take care of at this weekend’s American Rebel Light Virginia NHRA Nationals.
21 Jun 2025
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Brayden Davis
It was nearly a perfect weekend for Brayden Davis in just his second career start in the Pro Stock Motorcycle ranks two weeks ago in Bristol. The only thing missing — an event win — is something he’d love to take care of in his third career NHRA…
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Mission Raceway Park hosts NHRA YES program for students in Canada

More than 240 students were inspired by NHRA’s Youth & Education Services initiative at Mission Raceway Park in British Columbia.
18 Jun 2025
David Kennedy
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Mission Raceway Park hosts NHRA YES program for students in Canada
  Mission Raceway Park recently hosted a successful NHRA Youth & Education Services (YES) Program event in British Columbia, Canada — bringing more than 240 middle and high school students together for a unique educational experience…
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Funny Car veteran Ron Capps returns to Richmond with momentum on his side

Three-time Funny Car champion Ron Capps snapped a 33-race losing streak when he won two weeks ago in Bristol and hopes the win will carry some momentum into the American Rebel Light Virginia NHRA Nationals as the summer heats up for NHRA teams.
18 Jun 2025
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Ron Capps
Three-time Funny Car champion Ron Capps snapped a 33-race losing streak when he won two weeks ago in Bristol. Capps and the rest of the stars of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series return to racing this weekend at the fifth annual American…
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Toronto Motorsports Park hosts record-setting NHRA YES Program event

More than 500 students attend the NHRA pilot program in Canada.
17 Jun 2025
David Kennedy
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Toronto Motorsports Park hosts record-setting NHRA YES Program event
Toronto Motorsports Park recently made a major impact as part of the NHRA’s pilot YES (Youth & Education Services) Program, hosting a wildly successful event that brought in…
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Torrence ready to ride hot streak at American Rebel Light Virginia Nationals

Fresh off his latest win in Bristol, Steve Torrence and the Capco Contractors team are riding high as they head to Richmond for this week's American Rebel Light Virginia NHRA Nationals.
16 Jun 2025
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Steve Torrence
Steve Torrence and his Top Fuel team showcased championship potential just more than a week ago in Bristol, as the four-time world champion picked up his first win in nearly a year.   Heading into this weekend’s fifth annual American Rebel…
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Bristol winners Ron Capps and Richard Gadson guest on WFO Radio Nitro show

WFO Radio NHRA Nitro host Joe Castello breaks down the thrilling 2025 Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway with guests Ron Capps and Richard Gadson.
12 Jun 2025
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WFO
  WFO Radio NHRA Nitro host Joe Castello breaks down the thrilling 2025 Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway with guests Ron Capps and Richard Gadson. Fresh off their epic victories, three-time Funny Car world…
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2025 Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
11 Jun 2025
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Behind the Scenes
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Weekend Rewind: 2025 Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

As the NHRA regular season hits its midpoint, the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol upped the ante with thrilling moments and wild upsets. Enjoy this video look back at the event.
11 Jun 2025
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Weekend Rewind
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NHRA National Dragster Sportsman Racer of the Month: Nathan Prose

With a record that includes three consecutive final rounds, Division 3 Super Gas racer Nathan Prose has been named as our latest National Dragster Sportsman Racer of the Month.
10 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Nathan Prose
This isn’t the first time the Prose family has been honored as National Dragster’s Sportsman Racer of the Month and given their recent history, it might not be the last.  So far this season, Nathan Prose has been to three events in Super Gas…
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By the numbers: A look at Greg Anderson's race to 1,000 round-wins

With his semifinal victory over David Cuadra at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, Greg Anderson became just the second Pro driver in NHRA history to record 1,000 round-wins. Here's a deep dive into some of the stats that helped him get there.
10 Jun 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Greg Anderson
With his semifinal victory over David Cuadra at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, Greg Anderson became just the second Pro driver in NHRA history to record 1,000 round-wins. Sixteen-time NHRA Funny Car champ John Force was the first to…
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Five things we learned in Bristol

The Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals was, in many ways, one of the most dramatic events of the season, so there was a lot to learn from it. Here are five things that stood out.
09 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Five things we learned in Bristol
The Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals was, in many ways, one of the most dramatic events of the season, so there was a lot to learn from it. Here are five things that stood out. A STAR IS BORN (OR MAYBE TWO) Richard Gadson finally…
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Factory Stock duo Jason and Taylor Dietsch tackle Thunder Valley

After a pair of wins, the father/son duo of Jason and Taylor Dietsch are looking for most success at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol.
06 Jun 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Jason Dietsch
Jason Dietsch began racing in the Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series in 2018 and over the years the owner of Jason Dietsch Trailer Sales built his racing program at a steady pace. Three weeks ago, at the Gerber Collision and Glass Route 66 NHRA…
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Wally Parks’ vision lives on at Twilight Cruise Night

The Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum brings hot rodders together again in Pomona.
05 Jun 2025
David Kennedy
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The Big Red Camaro 25
The Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum’s Twilight Cruise on Wednesday night wasn’t just a car show, it was a living tribute to the man who saw what hot rodding could become before anyone else did. Wally Parks didn’t just build cars, break…
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Weekend Rewind: 2025 NHRA New England Nationals

The 2025 NHRA New England Nationals was packed with wild upsets and record-breaking performances. Enjoy this exciting look back at our weekend at New England Dragway.
04 Jun 2025
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Weekend Rewind: 2025 NHRA New England Nationals
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Todd eager to stay on winning track at Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals

After winning Sunday in Epping, snapping a 25-race winless streak in the process, Funny Car’s J.R. Todd will only have to wait a week to keep his momentum rolling at this weekend’s Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at scenic Bristol Dragway.
04 Jun 2025
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J.R. Todd
After winning Sunday in Epping, snapping a 25-race winless streak in the process, Funny Car’s J.R. Todd would like to see the wait for his next victory reduced dramatically. In fact, it could be only a week if the former world champion keeps rolling…
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 2025 NHRA New England Nationals

Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2025 NHRA New England Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
03 Jun 2025
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 2025 NHRA New England Nationals
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Top Fuel champ Antron Brown looks to conquer Bristol for the first time

Antron Brown has compiled one of the most impressive résumés in NHRA history, earning four Top Fuel world championships and 81 event wins, and Brown hopes to add another note to his lengthy list of achievements — his first Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals win.
03 Jun 2025
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Antron Brown
Antron Brown has put together one of the most impressive resumés in NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series history, racking up four Top Fuel world championships — including the latest in 2024 — and 81 event wins.   After this weekend’s 24th…
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