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Twelve racers cash in on Best Losing Package presented by Holley award

The Best Losing Package presented by Holley awards $200 each to the drivers in Super Stock, Stock, Super Comp, Super Gas, Super Street, Top Dragster, and Top Sportsman who make the best mathematical run relative to its index/dial-in and reaction time in a losing effort in round one of eliminations. Below are the winners from the first two events of 2026.
26 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Best Package
Sometimes in NHRA Drag Racing, even a great run can fall short of turning on the win light, but in 2026 Holley Performance Brands has taken a little of the sting out of losingAt each NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national event the Best…
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NHRA National Hot Rod Reunion name to return to annual Beech Bend event

NHRA’s historic event at Beech Bend Raceway will head back to its roots, returning to the National Hot Rod Reunion name for its race on June 18-20 and further celebrating the rich history and heritage of the event during NHRA’s 75th Anniversary season.
26 Mar 2026
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Beech Bend
NHRA’s historic event at Beech Bend Raceway will head back to its roots, returning to the National Hot Rod Reunion name for its race on June 18-20 and further celebrating the rich history and heritage of the event during NHRA’s 75th Anniversary…
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Chomiski, Erwin, Hidalgo lead No Problem Raceway Division 4 Lucas Oil Series winners

Taylor Chomiski, Todd Erwin, and Jimmy Hidalgo, led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series South Central Division was in action at No Problem Raceway.
26 Mar 2026
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D4
The following are Thursday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, South Central Division event at No Problem Raceway:COMPETITION ELIMINATORTaylor Chomiski, Dallas, Texas, '08 Cobalt, C/SM, 8.282, 157.50  …
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Nathan Sitko wins Legacy Funny Car title at 2026 Arizona Nationals

Nathan Sitko claimed the victory on a final-round bye after defending event champ Ray Horan's team was unable to get their car started. Sitkpo powered the Bubble Up Firebird to a 4.79 winning lap.
24 Mar 2026
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Watch the NHRA Cajun SPORTSnationals, Division 4 LODRS event for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the Laris Motorsports Insurance NHRA Cajun SPORTSnationals and the companion Division 4 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from No Problem Raceway for free starting Wednesday on NHRA.tv.
24 Mar 2026
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SPORTSnationals
NHRA fans can watch the Laris Motorsports Insurance NHRA Cajun SPORTSnationals and the companion Division 4 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from No Problem Raceway for free starting Wednesday on NHRA.tv.Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv…
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Lamb leads Sportsman winners at FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals

In addition to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing series action at the FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals, six winners were also crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at Firebird Motorsports Park, including Stock winner Justin Lamb.
23 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Justin Lamb
In addition to the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing series action at the FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals, six winners were also crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series competition at Firebird Motorsports Park.Tim Seymour, winner of the 2020 SPORTSnationals…
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Justin Bond wins in Phoenix in JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Series

Justin Bond outlasted an impressive field in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports on Sunday at Firebird Motorsports Park, defeating Stevie “Fast” Jackson in the final round of the FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs.
22 Mar 2026
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Pro Mod
Justin Bond outlasted an impressive field in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports on Sunday at Firebird Motorsports Park, defeating Stevie “Fast” Jackson in the final round as part of this weekend’s FMP…
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Unofficial Mission Foods points standings

Unofficial points standings following the completion of the FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals, the second event of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
22 Mar 2026
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Points
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals, the second event of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.Official points will be posted…
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2026 FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals Top Dragster winner Cooper Chun

22 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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118:18
A consistent winner in big-money E.T. bracket events, Cooper Chun cut a perfect light in the final of Right Trailers Top Dragster but didn’t need it after Dylan Hough fouled by .003-second.
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2026 FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals Top Sportsman winner Rob Mendenhall

22 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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180:04
After a number of close calls, Rob Mendenhall pulled through for his first win in Right Trailers Top Sportsman. Mendenhall ran 6.969 on a 6.93 dial to defeat Will Yakimetz in the final.
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2026 FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals Super Gas winner Val Torres Jr.

22 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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187:08
After a lengthy drought, Val Torres Jr. won his 11th national event when he topped a red-lighting Chris Gabbard in the Super Gas final.
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2026 FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals Super Comp winner Doug Johnson

22 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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252:44
Doug Johnson collected his second NHRA Wally after a thrilling double-breakout win over Tanner Theobald in the Super Comp final. After a pair of competitive lights, Johnson won, 8.888 to 8.880.
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2026 FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals Stock winner Justin Lamb

22 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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152:53
Six-time world champ Justin Lamb is off to a fast start in 2026 with a divisional win in Pomona, followed by the Arizona Nationals Stock title. Lamb turned on the win light after Leo Glasbrenner fouled by -.004-second.
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2026 FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals Super Stock winner Tim Seymour

22 Mar 2026
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157:53
Tim Seymour, winner of the 2020 SPORTSnationals event in Las Vegas, scored a second victory in Super Stock when he took out ninth ranked Evan Kowalski in the final. Seymour posted a 9.208 on his 9.20 dial for the win.
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JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Series returns to action in Phoenix

The JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports returns to Phoenix as part of this weekend’s FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs.
19 Mar 2026
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Pro Mod
Derek Menholt’s hot streak in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports started late last year, and after his second win in three races — this one to open the 2026 season — Menholt has no plans of slowing down…
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Signature Filippo Loreti timepieces celebrate NHRA 75th Anniversary

In celebration of a defining milestone in American motorsports, NHRA has partnered with contemporary watch brand Filippo Loreti to unveil a collection commemorating NHRA’s 75th Anniversary.
19 Mar 2026
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Watch
In celebration of a defining milestone in American motorsports, NHRA has partnered with contemporary watch brand Filippo Loreti to unveil a collection commemorating NHRA’s 75th Anniversary.This NHRA watch collaboration introduces two exclusive…
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Defending event champ Paul Lee returns to Phoenix with Mainline Sales backing

Defending Funny Car event champion Paul Lee heads into this weekend’s FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals at Firebird Motorsports Park with Mainline Sales Inc. returning as the primary partner on the Paul Lee Racing Funny Car.
18 Mar 2026
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Paul Lee
Defending Funny Car event champion Paul Lee heads into this weekend’s FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs at Firebird Motorsports Park with Mainline Sales Inc. returning as the primary partner on the Paul Lee Racing Funny Car.Lee…
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Melanie Johnson joins Shift Up Now as first drag racing grant recipient

Melanie Johnson has been selected as a 2026 grant recipient by the Shift Up Now Foundation. The announcement marks a significant milestone as Johnson becomes the first drag racer in the organization’s history to receive a grant.
18 Mar 2026
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Melanie Johnson
Melanie Johnson has been selected as a 2026 grant recipient by the Shift Up Now Foundation. The announcement, made in celebration of Women’s History Month, marks a significant milestone as Johnson becomes the first drag racer in the organization’s…
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Fendt partners with NHRA North Central Division to support Super-class racers

Fendt has announced a targeted regional sponsorship with the NHRA's North Central Division 3 to recognize top-performing sportsman racers in the Super Comp, Super Gas, and Super Street classes.
18 Mar 2026
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Fendt
Fendt, a leading provider of advanced agricultural machinery and smart farming solutions, has announced a targeted regional sponsorship with the NHRA's North Central Division 3. The sponsorship expands Fendt’s relationship with the NHRA and…
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First Mission #2Fast2Tasty matchups of 2026 set for NHRA Arizona Nationals

Bonus racing is back starting this weekend at Firebird Motorsports Park, as the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge returns as part of this weekend’s 41st annual FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs.
16 Mar 2026
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Mission
Bonus racing is back starting this weekend at Firebird Motorsports Park, as the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge returns as part of this weekend’s 41st annual FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs.The unique challenge again…
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Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun NHRA SPORTSnationals set for No Problem Raceway

NHRA and No Problem Raceway are gearing up for the 2026 edition of the Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun NHRA SPORTSnationals, a premier event for drivers competing in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series. The highly anticipated event will take place March 27–29, 2026, at No Problem Raceway in Belle Rose, La.
16 Mar 2026
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Cajuns
NHRA and No Problem Raceway are gearing up for the 2026 edition of the Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun NHRA SPORTSnationals, a premier event for drivers competing in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series. The highly anticipated event will take…
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NHRA returns to Firebird Motorsports Park for annual Duel in the Desert

The stars of NHRA are headed back to fan-favorite Firebird Motorsports Park for the 41st annual FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs on March 20-22.
16 Mar 2026
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Phoenix
The stars of NHRA are headed back to fan-favorite Firebird Motorsports Park for the 41st annual FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs on March 20-22, marking the second race of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season…
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Bold, Bellemeur, Brogdon score at Division 2 Baby Gators event

McKenna Bold, Sean Bellemeur, and Rodger Brogdon led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Southeast Division was in action at Gainesville Raceway with the 11th annual Baby Gators event.
14 Mar 2026
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Division 2
The following are Saturday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast Division 11th annual Baby Gators:TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTERMcKenna Bold, Red Deer, Alb., 10.281, 72.29  def. James Stevens, Gothenburg,…
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Travis Shumake returns to Arizona Nationals in Legacy Nitro Series

One year after setting the top speed of eliminations at 330.88 mph in his Fry’s Food Stores Top Fuel dragster, Phoenix native Travis Shumake will return to Firebird Motorsports Park in the Legacy Nitro Funny Car Series.
13 Mar 2026
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Travis Shumake
One year after setting the top speed of eliminations at 330.88 mph in his Fry’s Food Stores Top Fuel dragster, Phoenix native Travis Shumake will return to Firebird Motorsports Park in a completely different, but far more personal machine.For the…
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Legacy Nitro Funny Cars welcomes associate sponsor Maxima Racing Oils

With the Legacy Nitro Funny Car Series having kicked off its 11-race schedule, the series is proud to welcome Maxima Racing Oils as an associate sponsor for the entire 2026 season.
13 Mar 2026
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Legends
With the Legacy Nitro Funny Car Series having kicked off its 11-race series at this past weekend’s fabled Good Vibrations March Meet at Famoso Raceway, the series is proud to welcome Maxima Racing Oils as an associate sponsor for the entire 2026…
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Priddy, Lamb, Lane lead winners at Pomona Snyder Sportsman Classic

Ryan Priddy, Justin Lamb, and Cody Lane collected wins as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Pacific Division was in action with the Snyder Family NHRA Sportsman event at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.
13 Mar 2026
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Division 7
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Pacific Division Snyder Family NHRA Sportsman event at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip:COMPETITION ELIMINATORRyan Priddy, Chino, Calif., '20…
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2026 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Top Alcohol Dragster winner Jamie Noonan

12 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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58:33
After scoring his first Top Alcohol Dragster win late last season, Jamie Noonan didn’t wait long to add a second victory as the alcohol-class engine builder powered to victory over Anthony Troyer in a title 5.24 to 5.25 final-round clash. 
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2026 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Top Alcohol Funny Car winner Sean Bellemeur

12 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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91:36
Five-time and reigning Top Alcohol Funny Car world champ Sean Bellemeur scored his 49th career win, tying the great Don Prudhomme and Eddie Krawiec and moving to within one win of becoming just the 26th driver to record 50 or more wins, scoring a…
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2026 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Comp winner Peter D`Agnolo

12 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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237:25
2023 Super Stock world champ Peter D’Agnolo scored his second career Comp win and his seventh victory overall, driving his E/SMA '10 Cobalt to a .003-launched (-.49) 8.41 to chase down No. 1 qualifier Matthew Alvey’s better-but-later (-.53) 8.58.…
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2026 Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals Super Stock winner Dan Fletcher

12 Mar 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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422:27
For the 109th time in his amazing career, Dan Fletcher scored an NHRA national event victory. Fletcher drove his Micro Strategies Camaro to the Super Stock title in a double-breakout final against Kent Hanley.
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