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Even after more than 700 races, Cruz Pedregon still excited for new tracks
Even for a super veteran like Cruz Pedregon, whose Pro-driving career has reached 712 events and, before that, scores of events in the Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car, the wonder of coming to a new dragstrip, like Maryland International Raceway, still wows him.
NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS Saturday preview
Day two of the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS will set the fields for final eliminations Sunday at Maryland International Raceway after the final two sessions of qualifying.
Maryland native Kelly Clontz eager to show off at her home track
This weekend marks a special opportunity for Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Kelly Clontz and she’s determined to make the most of it as the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series makes its debut at Maryland International Raceway for the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS.
Langdon, Pedregon, Anderson, Smith top opening day fields in Maryland
Top Fuel points leader Shawn Langdon made the quickest run on Friday in NHRA’s debut at Maryland International Raceway, powering to the provisional No. 1 position at the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS. Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock), and Angie Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) are also the provisional No. 1 qualifiers.
Friday News and Notes from the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS
News, notes, quotes, photos, and more from the opening day of qualifying at the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals. Updted throughout the day.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE NHRA POTOMAC NATIONALS
NHRA Potomac Nationals Friday photo gallery
The NHRA National Dragster photographers were all over Maryland International Raceway for the opening day of the inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals, capturing all of the action on and off the racetrack.
Matt Smith ruled out for Potomac Nats; Chip Ellis will substitute on Denso Buell
Six-time Pro Stock Motorcycle world champ Matt Smith won't compete at this weekend's NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS after being hospitalized for gallstones. Veteran Chip Ellis will ride Smith's Denso bike this weekend.
Rejuvenated DeJoria has momentum heading into NHRA Potomac Nationals
Like the rest of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, Alexis DeJoria will be making her debut at Maryland International Raceway as part of this weekend’s inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS., but she heads to the first-time venue with plenty of confidence.
Joseph "Joe" Hrudka, founder of Mr. Gasket, passes away at age 87
Hrudka, the legendary racer, entrepreneur, and performance pioneer best known as the founder of Mr. Gasket, passed away on May 24, 2026.
Antron Brown brings momentum to inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals
The inaugural NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS marks the second of four new events on the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour, and four-time Top Fuel world champ Antron Brown is ready to take on a new track this weekend at Maryland International Raceway.
NHRA Legends of Drag Racing mobile game now available
NHRA, in collaboration with Concrete Software and Trailmark Games, announced the release of the NHRA Legends of Drag Racing mobile game, which is available now and for free on iOS and Android.
Tricky Tipster: NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS
The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will visit the second of four new venues this weekend as Maryland Int’l Raceway is set to host the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS, the seventh of 20 events scheduled this season. Here is a look at the favorites and the long shots this week.
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