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Five Things We Learned in Gainesville

NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season kickoff at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals certainly has set the bar for excitement and drama right out of the gate. Here’s a look at five big takeaways from the race.
09 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Five Things We Learned in Gainesville
NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season kickoff at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals certainly has set the bar for excitement and drama right out of the gate. Here’s a look at five big takeaways from the race.THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHTSo,…
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Oehler’s aggressive expansion nets positive early results

El Bandito Yankee rider Ryan Oehler is building for the future with a second bike for 2026 season and a very optimistic outlook..
07 Mar 2026
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Oehler
Ryan Oehler has won a pair of NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing series events in his career, but they came during the 2020 and 2021 seasons so it’s been a while since he’s had an opportunity to hoist a coveted NHRA Wally trophy. After a few lean years…
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Dallas Glenn looking to defend Pro Stock title at season opener

Last season at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals was the kickoff to Pro Stock driver Dallas Glenn’s first world championship season. This season, he’s looking for another win at Gainesville Raceway at the 2026 NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series season opener.
07 Mar 2026
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glenn
Last season at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals was the kickoff to Pro Stock driver Dallas Glenn’s first world championship season. This season, he’s looking for another win at Gainesville Raceway at the 2026 NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series…
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After changes, the goal remains the same for Austin Prock

There’s a new car and a new team, but the end goal remains the same for Funny Car standout Austin Prock, who enters the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season as the back-to-back world champion.
07 Mar 2026
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Austin Prock
There’s a new car and a new team, but the end goal remains the same for Funny Car standout Austin Prock, who enters the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season as the back-to-back world champion.But there’s been plenty of change for Prock…
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Top Fuel’s Doug Kalitta looks to stay at the top starting in Gainesville

For the second time in three years, Top Fuel veteran Doug Kalitta will start the season as the reigning world champion heading into this weekend’s Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals.
05 Mar 2026
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Doug Kalitta
For the second time in three years, Top Fuel veteran Doug Kalitta will start the season as the reigning world champion heading into this weekend’s Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway, an impressive feat considering Kalitta’s…
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NHRA member pins crafted into celebratory 75th anniversary artwork

NHRA fans and racers are finding new and unique ways to help celebrate NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season, and one of the most spectacular is a 75th anniversary logo piece of art comprised largely of NHRA member cloisonné pins.
03 Mar 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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75th project
NHRA fans and racers are finding new and unique ways to help celebrate NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season, and one of the most spectacular is a 75th anniversary logo piece of art comprised largely of NHRA member cloisonné pins.KaBrina Kringen, a Phoenix…
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Maddi Gordon earns Top Fuel license, reflects on first runs ahead of Pro debut

Maddi Gordon completed her Top Fuel licensing process, clearing the way for her professional NHRA debut with Ron Capps Motorsports at the upcoming Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. In this interview, the third-generation racer shared her thoughts on the transition to the sport’s quickest class.
24 Feb 2026
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Maddi Gordon
After making her first-ever runs in a Top Fuel dragster last week during the preseason test session at Gainesville Raceway, rookie driver Maddi Gordon has officially completed her Top Fuel licensing process, clearing the way for her Professional…
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60 years of success: NHRA's Contingency program pays racers to win!

$11 million is there for the taking for racers in the 2026 NHRA Contingency program
17 Feb 2026
David Kennedy
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60 years of success: NHRA's Contingency program pays racers to win!
For six decades, the NHRA Contingency program has proven that performance at the grassroots level is the most powerful marketing engine in motorsports. Since its inception in 1966, the program has connected racers and manufacturers in a results-…
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The King, the Hemi, and the NHRA hat: 60 years ago at the Daytona 500

The 1966 Daytona 500 was won by Richard Petty, the iconic racer who'd spent the 1965 season drag racing after being outlawed from NASCAR.
15 Feb 2026
David Kennedy
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Petty
See that kid in the winner's circle? See that smile? See what his hat says? That's Richard Petty, standing in the winner's circle of the 1966 Daytona 500 with an NHRA hat on.Yup, it's true. After Petty was outlawed from NASCAR…
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Though retired now from driving, John Force is still revved up for the future

In this exclusive NHRA National Dragster interview, his longest and widest ranging since his accident, John Force talks about everything that has happened over the last year and a half, from the defection of the Prock family to his new hires, and what motivates him to stay in the sport.
06 Feb 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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John Force
There’s no disputing that John Force will always be drag racing’s GOAT: Greatest of All Time. Maybe Don Garlits revolutionized more race cars, Shirley Muldowney helped change the diversity of both the fanbase and the drivers, and Kenny Bernstein…
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Trial by Nitro: 2026 will be the crew chief challenge of the decade

A full 20% of the upcoming NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national event schedule will be contested on new tracks to the modern realm of NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing competition, making for a supreme challenge to the tuners.
26 Jan 2026
Brian Lohnes, NHRA on FOX announcer
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Trial by Nitro
Before a tire is turned, a burnout is completed, or a Christmas Tree is illuminated, the crew chiefs of the NHRA nitro ranks always have a heavy workload. Many are developing new crew members, assigning experienced people to new roles, ordering…
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That One Thing: How 2025’s contenders become 2026 champions, Part 2

In this second installment, we’ll look at Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle to see The One Thing that might allow last year's second- and third-place finishers to potentially unseat world champs Dallas Glenn and Richard Gadson, respectively.
14 Jan 2026
Brian Lohnes, NHRA on FOX announcer
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That One Thing
What’s the difference between a world champion and a second- or third-place finisher? The numbers tell us a lot and that’s why we decided to take a dive into them, specifically into 2025's championship runners-up, looking for was a single element a…
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That One Thing: How 2025’s contenders become 2026 champions, Part 1

What will it take in 2026 for Shawn Langdon and Justin Ashley in Top Fuel and Matt Hagan and Jack Beckman in Funny Car to go from 2025 title contenders to world champions this season?
12 Jan 2026
Brian Lohnes, NHRA on FOX announcer
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That One Thing
Professional drag racing teams are as complex as any other pro-level sporting outfit. There are the things you can see in terms of how a team carries itself, and there are the things you cannot see, like chemistry, inter-personal relationships, and…
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Stealthy Storylines: In a barrage of offseason headlines, don’t forget these

In an NHRA offseason that has ranged from interesting to downright wacko that have truly shaken up the NHRA universe over the last few months, let's take a look at the behind-the-scenes moves beyond the ones most have been talking about daily.
06 Jan 2026
Brian Lohnes, NHRA on FOX announcer
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Stealthy Storylines
In an NHRA offseason that has ranged from interesting to downright wacko, it can be hard to keep an eye on every story that has been hitting the proverbial newswires. The truly huge ones have kept people buzzing, chatting, and commenting on the…
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Gearing up for 2026: A look at some of the big storylines worth following this year

Anchored by its 75th anniversary celebration and fueled by competitive depth, new and returning stars, and forward-looking initiatives, NHRA enters 2026 nitro-powered for success.
05 Jan 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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2026
As the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series launches into a new season, the sport does so with confidence, clarity, and renewed energy. Anchored by its 75th anniversary celebration and fueled by competitive depth, new and returning stars, and…
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A look back at 2025's wildest rides

As we sit on the cusp of the 2026 season, let's take a moment to reflect back on some of the wildest rides from the 2025 season. From crashing race cars to exploding engines, it was a wild year on the NHRA dragstrip.
03 Jan 2026
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Twas the Night Before Christmas 2025

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the pits, not a crewman was stirring, no nitro cars were making hits. The rods and pistons were hung in their racks with care, in hopes that St. Garlits soon would be there ....
24 Dec 2025
Brian Lohnes, NHRA on FOX announcer
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Twas the Night Before Christmas 2025
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Chevy's COPO supercar: The 427 ZL1 supermodel stocker next door

For 60 years, big-block Chevy engines have won races in every form of motorsports. The McClanahans’ 1969 ZL1 427 AAA/SA Camaro represents one of the earliest iterations of this race engine.
22 Dec 2025
David Kennedy
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The 427 ZL-1 supermodel stocker next door
“Looks like a 200-pound Marilyn Monroe.”—Smokey Yunick, on first seeing Chevrolet’s all-iron 427-cid “Mystery Motor” in 1963In a Detroit conference room in 1963, racing legend Smokey Yunick stood shoulder-to-shoulder with…
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NHRA on FOX Stage kicks off the PRI Show Saturday with full-day livestream from Indy

Saturday delivers major announcements, grassroots voices, and a look at drag racing’s future
13 Dec 2025
David Kennedy
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PRI Stage
The 2025 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show closed in powerful fashion Saturday as the NHRA on FOX Stage delivered a final full day of live programming, blending major announcements, technical insight, grassroots storytelling, and a clear look…
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Friday's 2025 PRI Show livestream

The 2025 PRI Show roars to life in Indianapolis with the NHRA on FOX Stage delivering a wall-to-wall Thursday livestream that captures the heartbeat of American motorsports.
12 Dec 2025
David Kennedy
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The 2025 PRI Show roars to life in Indianapolis
Momentum carries straight into Friday as the NHRA on FOX Stage returns for Day Two of live programming from the 2025 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show, broadcasting from NHRA Booth 7,032 inside the Indiana Convention Center. With a packed,…
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Thursday's 2025 PRI Show livestream

The 2025 PRI Show roars to life in Indianapolis with the NHRA on FOX Stage delivering a wall-to-wall Thursday livestream that captures the heartbeat of American motorsports.
11 Dec 2025
David Kennedy
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The 2025 PRI Show roars to life in Indianapolis
Positioned at the center of the industry’s biggest gathering, the NHRA stage returns as the place where teams, manufacturers, racers, track operators, and influencers converge to talk about the new season—including NHRA’s milestone 75th anniversary…
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It's been a super-silly Silly Season so far; what looms next at the PRI Show?

As the Performance Racing Industry Show looms this week in Indianapolis with its annual promise of new deals being announced, the sport is bracing for another round of big news. Here's a recap of Silly Season so far.
09 Dec 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Silly Season
 As the Performance Racing Industry Show looms this week in Indianapolis with its annual promise of new deals being announced, the sport is bracing for another round of big news.The annual Silly Season, where teams and drivers and sponsors and…
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2025 Funny Car season stats

NHRA keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking traditional stats and complex metrics. Here's a look at the leaders in many of the statistical categories in Funny Car.
05 Dec 2025
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2025 Funny Car season stats
NHRA on FOX producer Pete Richards keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking traditional stats and complex metrics. Here's a look at the leaders in many of the statistical…
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2025 Pro Stock season stats

NHRA keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking traditional stats and complex metrics. Here's a look at the leaders in many of the statistical categories in Pro Stock.
03 Dec 2025
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Pro Stock season stats
NHRA on FOX producer Pete Richards keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking traditional stats and complex metrics. Here's a look at the leaders in many of the statistical…
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2025 Pro Stock Motorcycle season stats

NHRA on FOX producer Pete Richards keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking traditional stats and complex metrics. Here's a look at the leaders in many of the statistical categories in Pro Stock Motorcycle.
28 Nov 2025
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2025 Pro Stock Motorcycle season stats
Drag racing might seem to be limited in stats compared to stick and ball sports like baseball, but NHRA on FOX producer Pete Richards keeps detailed statistics across many categories over the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, tracking…
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Brittany Force faces her final race (at least for now) in Pomona

Brittany Force, who will step out of the seat of her Monster Energy Top Fuel Dragster for the final time at the conclusion of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, shared her thoughts about the season finale.
15 Nov 2025
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Brittany Force
Brittany Force will step out of the seat of her Monster Energy Top Fuel Dragster for the final time at the conclusion of the Nov. 13-16 In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at her home track In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip to blaze a new personal path with…
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Dallas Glenn returns to NHRA Finals looking for Pro Stock redemption

Dallas Glenn missed out on his first Pro Stock championship by a .002-second margin last year, but he has a chance for redemption at this weekend’s 60th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at famed In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.
15 Nov 2025
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Dallas Glenn
The 2024 NHRA Pro Stock world championship was a race for the history books, and one Dallas Glenn will never forget.He missed out on his first championship by a .002-second margin to his KB Titan Racing teammate and six-time champ, Greg Anderson,…
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A salute to John Force, NHRA's GOAT

The news of John Force's retirement from driving, while not unexpected, was still a shot heard 'round the drag racing world. Here's a look back at his career in words and photos.
14 Nov 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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John Force, NHRA's GOAT 34
Long considered drag racing’s GOAT — Greatest of All Time — John Force has set NHRA records for season championships (16) and event wins (157) that likely will never be broken, but all of this success did not come quickly or easily.He launched his…
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Austin Prock and Matt Hagan will battle for Funny Car title in Pomona

For a third straight season, either Austin Prock or Matt Hagan will end up with the Funny Car world championship at this weekend’s 60th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.
11 Nov 2025
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Funny Car
For a third straight season, either Austin Prock or Matt Hagan will end up with the Funny Car world championship at this weekend’s 60th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.Both are chasing elite territory, as Prock…
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Top Fuel champ-to-be Doug Kalitta in celebratory mood ahead of finale

With a celebration set and a world title all but decided, Top Fuel veteran Doug Kalitta heads to In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip this weekend with a far different feeling than he’s ever had for the 60th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals.
10 Nov 2025
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Doug Kalitta
With a celebration set and a world title all but decided, Top Fuel veteran Doug Kalitta heads to In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip this weekend with a far different feeling than he’s ever had for the 60th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals.Years of…
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