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Five things we learned at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

From the fragility of success, to unshakable resilience, to a whole new surface of speed—Thunder Valley delivered reminders that preparation, enthusiasm, and perseverance still decide who leaves with the Wally.
15 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
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Matt Hartford
Every race weekend tells a story, but the best ones teach a lesson. The Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals delivered plenty of horsepower, dramatic moments, and memorable winners, yet beneath the elapsed times and scoreboards were deeper…
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Sunday Photo Gallery: Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals comes alive

14 Jun 2026
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Johnson's Horsepower Garage Power Wagon resto-mod Cummins Ram 46
Sunday at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals was a reminder that drag racing is about far more than elapsed times and win lights. It was a day that had everything — passionate fans filling the hillsides of Bristol Dragway, racers battling…
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Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown's Raymond Nash is chasing a family dream

Factory Stock Showdown's No. 1 qualifier at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals is focused on a bigger prize than qualifying honors.
14 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
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Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown's Raymond Nash is chasing a family dream in Thunder Valley
For Raymond Nash, the quickest run in Factory Stock Showdown qualifying at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals was satisfying, but it was never the ultimate goal.Standing at the top of the qualifying sheet at one of drag racing's most…
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Austin Prock says toughest season may create strongest version of himself

Success can hide a lot of hard work.
14 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
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Austin Prock
For the last two seasons, Austin Prock and his family-led Funny Car program made winning look almost routine. Race wins piled up . Championships followed. Expectations soared. From the outside, it appeared effortless. From the inside, Prock knew…
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Saturday Photo Gallery: Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals comes alive

From Mission #2Fast2Tasty showdowns and final qualifying runs to packed grandstands and mountain echoes, Saturday at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals delivered.
13 Jun 2026
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Top Fuel to the lanes 47
Saturday at Bristol Dragway felt exactly the way Thunder Valley is supposed to feel.The Tennessee mountains echoed with horsepower as competitors chased Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge victories, final qualifying positions, and momentum heading into…
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Friday Photo Gallery: In the eye of the storm at Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

Between passing showers and bursts of horsepower, Friday at the Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals delivered striking images of racers, crews, fans, and machines navigating a brand-new track surface.
12 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
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1969 Stock Eliminator Camaro 43
On Friday at Bristol Dragway, the contrast between speed and stark skies took center stage as threatening skies and intermittent weather delays framed a memorable day of competition at the Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals.
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Jordan Vandergriff embraces unique Bristol opportunity this weekend

For most drivers, race weekends follow a familiar rhythm. Qualify Friday and Saturday, race on Sunday, collect points, and move on to the next stop.
12 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
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Jordan Vandergriff embraces unique Bristol
For Jordan Vandergriff, nothing about this week is normal. The driver of the Cornwell Quality Tools Funny Car arrived at Bristol Dragway carrying unfinished business from the previous event. After weather delayed the completion of the NHRA…
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Richard Gadson, Greg Anderson return to Bristol after milestone moments a year ago

Last year, Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Richard Gadson and Pro Stock’s Greg Anderson both enjoyed historic moments at Bristol Dragway, which puts Thunder Valley high on their favorite track lists.
11 Jun 2026
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Greg Anderson
Last year, Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Richard Gadson and Pro Stock’s Greg Anderson both enjoyed historic moments at Bristol Dragway, which puts Thunder Valley high on their favorite track lists.Returning to Bristol for this weekend’s Super Grip NHRA…
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Teammates Jack Beckman and Jordan Vandergriff looking for big Bristol weekend

Funny Car teammates Jack Beckman and Jordan Vandergriff from John Force Racing will be racing for two trophies at this weekend’s Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, starting when they face off on Friday at Bristol Dragway to complete last weekend’s race in New England.
11 Jun 2026
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Jack Beckman and Jordan Vandergriff
Funny Car teammates Jack Beckman and Jordan Vandergriff from John Force Racing (JFR) will be racing for two trophies at this weekend’s Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, starting when they face off on Friday at scenic Bristol Dragway to…
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Dallas Glenn, Angie Smith join WFO Radio to preview upcoming Bristol event

Dallas Glenn and Angie Smith join WFO Radio before the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals to talk about their recent successes.
10 Jun 2026
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WFO
 Dallas Glenn and Angie Smith join WFO Radio before the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.Glenn recaps his NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Pro Stock win. Glenn, who was "Double O" in the final round, gives the details of…
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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
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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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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
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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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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
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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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Procks, Tasca rolling into Tasca Country with some pep in their step

As New England-based Team Tasca rolls into its home turf this weekend for the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, there’s a palpable sense of relief that they’re coming in as winners, not as the “what the heck is wrong with those guys?” guys.
05 Jun 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Austin Prock
As New England-based Team Tasca rolls into its home turf this weekend for the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, there’s a palpable sense of relief that they’re coming in as winners of last weekend's NHRA Potomac Nationals, not as the…
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Chad Green focused on more success at NHRA New England Nationals

Approaching 100 career starts in the Funny Car ranks, Chad Green is off to the best start in his career, winning in Gainesville and Chicago and currently sitting third in points in the loaded Funny Car category.
04 Jun 2026
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Chad Green
A strong start to the season has the chance to get even better for Funny Car’s Chad Green at this weekend’s 13th annual NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto at New England Dragway.Approaching 100 career starts in the Funny Car ranks,…
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the NHRA Potomac Nationals

Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2026 NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
03 Jun 2026
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Weekend Rewind: 2026 NHRA Potomac Nationals

The NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS brought the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series to Maryland for the first time for what turned out to be a drama-filled weekend of action. Enjoy our video recap from Maryland International Raceway.
02 Jun 2026
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Five Things We Learned in Maryland

The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series’ debut at Maryland International Raceway could not have gone better, with exceptional weather, a solid crowd, and compelling drama across all four classes. Here’s our five big takeaways from the NHRA Potomac Nationals presented by JEGS.
01 Jun 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Five Things We Learned in Maryland
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series’ debut at Maryland International Raceway could not have gone better, with exceptional weather, a solid crowd, and compelling drama across all four classes. Here’s our five big takeaways from the NHRA Potomac…
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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.
30 May 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Cruz Pedregon
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 still wows him.Maryland…
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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.
29 May 2026
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Kelly Clontz
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…
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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.
29 May 2026
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Alexis DeJoria
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.It makes for a new challenge, but with…
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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.
27 May 2026
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Antron Brown
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 Top Fuel veteran and four-time world champ Antron Brown is ready to take on a new track this…
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Weekend Rewind: Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals

The annual Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak always proved thrills and kicks on Route 66, and the 2026 edition was no different. Enjoy this video review of the weekend's action.
19 May 2026
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Southern Nationals runner-up gives Troy Coughlin Jr. renewed confidence in Chicago

Entering the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by PEAK following his runner-up finish at the NHRA Southern Nationals has given Troy Coughlin Jr. a newfound confidence.
16 May 2026
Kayla Zadel
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Troy Coughlin Jr.
Entering the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by PEAK following his runner-up finish at the NHRA Southern Nationals has given Troy Coughlin Jr. a newfound confidence. Not that the racer from a long lineage of racing…
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Oehler aiming for winning performance at home track

Consistent reliability is what hometown racer “Flyin’ Ryan” Oehler is looking for this weekend as he chases a 75th anniversary diamond Wally at the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak at Route 66 Raceway.
15 May 2026
Kayla Zadel
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Ryan Oehler
Consistent reliability is what hometown racer “Flyin’ Ryan” Oehler is looking for this weekend as he chases a 75th anniversary diamond Wally at the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak at Route 66 Raceway.Oehler…
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Beckman understands when you finish is more important than where you start

Five races into the 2026 Mission Foods Drag Racing season, Jack Beckman, a perennial contender for the Funny Car title, finds himself mired in eighth place in the standings, and has just three round wins to show for it. The statistics are what they are, but Beckman isn’t the least bit worried as his PEAK team continues to plug away.
15 May 2026
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Jack Beckman
Five races into the 2026 Mission Foods Drag Racing seasion, Jack Beckman, a perennial contender for the Funny Car title, finds himself mired in eighth place in the standings, and has just three round wins to show for it. The statistics are what they…
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Justin Ashley likes team’s progress approaching Gerber Route 66 Nationals

Justin Ashley heads to this weekend’s Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak at Route 66 Raceway feeling good about the path his Scag Racing team is on.
14 May 2026
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Juston Ashley
Justin Ashley heads to this weekend’s Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak at Route 66 Raceway feeling good about the path his Scag Racing team is on.There have been adjustments with new crew chiefs and new team…
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Jordan Vandergriff eyes more Funny Car success at Route 66 Nationals

For the first time in his career, Jordan Vandergriff is entering race week as the most recent NHRA Funny Car winner on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour, having won the NHRA Southern Nationals two weekends ago.
13 May 2026
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Jordan Vandergriff
For the first time in his career, Jordan Vandergriff is entering race week as the most recent NHRA Funny Car winner on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour.With momentum on his side following the major moment in his career, Vandergriff is…
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South Georgia Motorsports Park's Raul Torres on Southern Nationals success

South Georgia Motorsports Park hosted its first NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national event, the NHRA Southern Nationals, to rave reviews and two sold-out days. Track owner Raul Torres talked about what went into making the event such a great success.
07 May 2026
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Raul Torres
South Georgia Motorsports Park hosted its first NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national event, the NHRA Southern Nationals, to rave reviews and two sold-out days. Track owner Raul Torres talked about what went into making the event such a…
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 2026 NHRA Southern Nationals

Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2026 NHRA Southern Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents. Plus: Jordan Vandergriff's epic uptrack victory run!
06 May 2026
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