Rookie Report Card: The battle rages on for 2024 NHRA Rookie of the Year honors
With just three races to go in the 2024 season, the battle for NHRA Rookie of the Year is really heating up with a star-studded and diverse field of nine first-year racers eligible for the prize. Here's a look at their seasons to date.
With just three races to go in the 2024 season, the battle for NHRA Rookie of the Year is really heating up with a star-studded and diverse field of nine first-year racers eligible for the prize.
To be eligible for NHRA Rookie of the Year,…
Stewart, Bogolo capture Top Alcohol wins at World Wide Technology Raceway
Tony Stewart and Tony Bogolo were the respective winners in Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series North Central Division wrapped up a doubleheader event at World Wide Technology Raceway.
The following are Saturday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, North Central Division event at World Wide Technology Raceway:
TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER
Tony Stewart, Brownsburg, Ind., 5.216, 274.16…
Matt Smith on balancing his team, tuning, and his own elapsed times
How does six-time Pro Stock Motorcycle champ Matt Smith’s multi-role focus sharpen his success on and off the track?
Matt Smith is a unique figure in the world of NHRA racing, known not only for his success as a racer but also for his mental resilience as a team owner, bike tuner, and engine builder.
Smith's ability to juggle multiple roles is a testament to…
Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 2024 NHRA Midwest Nationals
Go behind the scenes with the winners of the NHRA Midwest Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
Austin Prock joins Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull on NHRA FAST Channel
In advance of the 39th annual Texas NHRA FallNationals, Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull will catch up with NHRA Funny Car points leader Austin Prock, which premieres on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 8 p.m. EDT and 8 p.m. PDT.
In advance of the 39th annual Texas NHRA FallNationals, Talkin’ Funny Cars with Buddy Hull will catch up with NHRA Funny Car points leader Austin Prock on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 8 p.m. EST and 8 p.m. PST.
During the show, Prock talks…
Mental strength defines Jack Beckman's victory at the NHRA Midwest Nationals
Funny Car championship hopeful Jack Beckman discussed the mental game of drag racing — and all of motorsports, really — with Amanda Busick of NHRA on FOX.
On his way to a triumphant win at the 2024 NHRA Midwest Nationals, Funny Car racer Jack Beckman stood at the top end of World Wide Technology Raceway and spoke with FOX Sports reporter Amanda Busick to explain what separates good racers from great…
Weekend Rewind: 2024 NHRA Midwest Nationals
The 2024 edition of the NHRA Midwest Nationals continued the event's long history as a pivotal race in the NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoffs and an event where the unexpected can and usually does happen.
NHRA's women of power continue to make history in milestone 2024 season
NHRA’s women of power continue to create history during the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, with the latest milestone coming at the NHRA Midwest Nationals, where, for the first time in class history, four women qualified for the Top Fuel field.
NHRA’s women of power continue to create history during the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, with the latest milestone coming at last weekend’s NHRA Midwest Nationals, where, for the first time in class history, four women…
Impressive group of NHRA stars set for Texas FallNationals Fan Fest
The official start of the Texas NHRA FallNationals at the historic Texas Motorplex begins Oct. 10 with an epic lineup of NHRA competitors at the Pre-Stage Fan Fest in downtown Waxahachie, Texas.
The official start of the Texas NHRA FallNationals at the historic Texas Motorplex begins Oct. 10 with an epic lineup of NHRA competitors at the Pre-Stage Fan Fest in downtown Waxahachie, Texas, including current and former world champions in all…
Dallas Glenn and Mike Neff talk St. Louis, work, and the Countdown grind
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by back-to-back Pro Stock winner Dallas Glenn and the winning Top Fuel crew chief from St. Louis, Mike Neff.
On this episode of the NHRA Insider podcast powered by Speedmaster, host Brian Lohnes is joined by back-to-back Pro Stock winner Dallas Glenn and the winning Top Fuel crew chief from St. Louis, Mike Neff. The two bring lots of insight…
Carolina Dragway Division 2 National Open canceled after Hurricane Helene
The Division 2 National Open, originally scheduled for Oct. 5-6 at Carolina Dragway, has been canceled. The decision comes in the wake of Hurricane Helene, which caused significant damage to the region, leaving the facility without power and unable to host the event.
The Division 2 National Open, originally scheduled for Oct. 5-6 at Carolina Dragway, has been canceled. The decision comes in the wake of Hurricane Helene, which caused significant damage to the region, leaving the facility without power and unable…
Relive all the action from the 2024 NHRA Midwest Nationals!
You have plenty of chances to catch all the high-speed action again as NHRA on FOX re-airs the Third race of the Countdown to the Championship from St. Louis!
This past weekend's event delivered high-speed action and unforgettable moments as racers battled it out on the dragstrip. If you missed the live event, you can still catch all the thrilling highlights on FS1 and FS2. Tune in on Monday, September 30…
Watch the Division 3 Lucas Oil Series event from Madison free on NHRA.tv
NHRA fans can watch the Division 3 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series doubleheader event from World Wide Technology Raceway for free starting Wednesday on NHRA.tv.
NHRA fans can watch the Division 3 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series doubleheader event from World Wide Technology Raceway for free starting Wednesday on NHRA.tv.
Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Madison, Ill., are Moser,…
Six event champs crowned in Lucas Oil action at NHRA Midwest Nationals
In addition to the thrilling action in the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at the NHRA Midwest Nationals, six winners were also crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at World Wide Technology Raceway, including Comp winner Ryan Warter.
In addition to the thrilling action in the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at the NHRA Midwest Nationals, six winners were also crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at World Wide Technology Raceway.
Northwest Comp…
5 Things We Learned in St. Louis
It was a chill bump-inducing weekend at World Wide Technology Raceway as a fresh note in history was written, crew chiefs proved unafraid, and veteran racers emerged victorious during a pivotal championship race. Here are five takeaways from the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
SPEED IS TRULY FOR ALL
Julie Nataas, Ida Zetterström, Jasmine Salinas, and Jianna Salinas (Top Fuel's Brittany Force not shown)
Diversity within drag racing is the norm thanks to early trailblazers equipped with…
Stan Shelton gets first career win in Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Series
Stan Shelton defeated Mason Wright in the final round of the NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway to earn his first career win in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+.
For the second straight race, a first-time winner found the winner’s circle in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+, as Stan Shelton defeated Mason Wright in the final round on Sunday at World Wide Technology Raceway…
Beckman, Schumacher, Glenn, Herrera claim playoff wins at Midwest Nationals
Jack Beckman picked up his first victory since taking over for legendary driver John Force, Tony Schumacher claimed first playoff win in 10 years, Dallas Glenn protected his points lead, and Gaige Herrera took the top spot back at the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
Funny Car’s Jack Beckman picked up his first victory since taking over for legendary driver John Force, defeating Ron Capps in the final round of the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals, also winning his first race in nearly four years on Sunday at…
Mark Pawuk wins, clinches first Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown championship
Mark Pawuk, the veteran drag racer from Ohio, clinched his first Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown world championship at the NHRA Midwest Nationals. It's the first season championship for the former Pro Stock and Super Gas standout
Entering elimination Sunday at the NHRA Midwest Nationals there were four drivers racing for the Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series world championship. Mark Pawuk, the veteran drag racer from Ohio, clinched his first Flexjet Factory Stock…
Aaron Stanfield takes Holley EFI Factory X victory at NHRA Midwest Nationals
Aaron Stanfield dropped a close Pro Stock final to Dallas Glenn, but picked up the victory in Holley EFI Factory X when he drove past Rick Hord in the final, 7.155 to 7.241.
Unofficial Mission Foods points standings
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the NHRA Midwest Nationals, the 17th race of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and the third event of the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the NHRA Midwest Nationals, the 17th race of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and the third event of the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.
Official points…
NHRA Midwest Nationals Sunday photo gallery
The award winning NHRA National Dragster photographers scoped out all the good stuff at the NHRA Midwest Nationals! Here are a handful of treats from late Saturday night and throughout the day on Sunday.
Sunday News & Notes from the NHRA Midwest Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos Sunday eliminations at the NHRA Midwest nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. (Updated throughout the day)
Sunday has arrived, win lights will flare, and trophies will be handed out to a select few. Who will make the cut at this, the third of six NHRA Countdown to the Championship events?
Top Fuel R1
This Top Fuel round was quick and fast,…
NHRA Midwest Nationals Sunday preview
It’s race day at the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway, and there is plenty on the line at the third of six events in the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship.
Top Fuel
No. 1 qualifier T.J. Zizzo, who claimed the second pole of the season with his strong 3.714, will kick off eliminations with a first-round meeting with Billy Torrence. Illinois-native Zizzo, the longtime Top Fuel campaigner who wheels…
Top Fuel field boasts four females in historic Sunday start in St. Louis
For the first time in history, NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series race day will include four female drivers in the Top Fuel ranks at the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis.
For the first time in history, NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series race day will include four female drivers in the Top Fuel ranks at the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis.
The Top Fuel field…
NHRA Midwest Nationals Saturday photo gallery
Saturday at World Wide Technology Raceway was a blur, but our ace NHRA National Dragster photographers captured everything in crystal clear, full color. Here is a sample of what we saw in real-time on Saturday at the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
Championship battle in Congruity Pro Mod series still loaded with contenders
Two races remain in the 2024 season in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ and there’s still plenty on the line heading to St. Louis as part of this weekend’s NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway.
Two races remain in the 2024 season in the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by LearnEV+ and there’s still plenty on the line heading to St. Louis as part of this weekend’s NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway…
Zizzo, Prock, Enders, and Herrera go No. 1 at NHRA Midwest Nationals
T.J. Zizzo put forth an exceptional performance to claim his second No. 1 of the season, while Austin Prock added a 12th No. 1 to the pile at World Wide Technology Raceway. Erica Enders and Gaige Herrera also scored the top spot on the lone day of qualifying at the NHRA Midwest Nationals.
T.J. Zizzo put forth an exceptional performance to claim his second No. 1 of the season, while Austin Prock added a 12th No. 1 to the pile at World Wide Technology Raceway. Erica Enders and Gaige Herrera also scored the top spot on the lone day of…
It's a family thing for Pro Stock's Robert River
They don't run the full tour, but you can almost always count on seeing a member of the River family in Pro Stock when you come to World Wide Technology Raceway.
It’s been an entire year since we’ve seen second-generation racer Robert River behind the wheel in NHRA Pro Stock, but he hasn’t been snoozing. The young driver – whose father, Dave River, brought the family operation to Pro Stock – has been racing…
Saturday News & Notes from the NHRA Midwest Nationals
News, notes, quotes, and photos from Pro qualifying at the NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. (Updated throughout the day)
After Friday’s disappointingly soaked situation, we’re rocking and rolling on day two of the NHRA Midwest Nationals. The morning was plumped full of Lucas Oil Series qualifying and rounds as well as the first round of qualifying in the Congruity Pro…
NHRA Midwest Nationals Saturday preview
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Countdown to the Championship continues at this weekend's 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals at World Wide Technology Raceway. Starting a day late due to weather has done nothing to dampen the energy at the third event of the six-race playoffs.
The first day of qualifying at the 13th annual NHRA Midwest Nationals was washed clean away as the edges of Hurricane Helene swirled up and into the area surrounding World Wide Technology Raceway. Race cars and motorcycles never saw the light of day…