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Scott Taylor made history in the final round of the Right Trailers Outlaw Street class when he not only became the first-ever class winner at the Cornwell Tools U.S. Nationals, but he also became the category’s first repeat winner following his…
The very quick field in Right Trailers Top Dragster came down to a battle between Zach Sackman and Tom Bayer with Sackman scoring his third Indy title with a nearly perfect run that included a .003 light and a 6.200 on his 6.19 dial.
Coming off a semifinal showing at the recent Indy divisional event, Brandon Baxter scored big in Right Trailers Top Sportsman with a final round win over Doug Gbur, who encountered a mechanical issue in the final.
Rob Kropfeld, who has had previous success in big money bracket and NHRA index racing, scored the biggest win of his career with a 9.865 to 9.862 double-breakout win against Johnn Pratt in the final of Super Gas.
Bryan Harris was sharp in the Super Comp final with a .014 light and an 8.906 to secure his first win and defeat Kevin Thorp, who broke out with an 8.883.
Hunter Pierdolla’s first career win was a big one as he claimed the Indy Stock title over Ray Thurston. Pierdolla made the most of the opportunity with a .009 light in the double-breakout final.
Former world champ Pete D’Agnolo now has two Indy wins after downing Michael Reynolds in the Super Stock final. D’Agnolo closed out the seven-round battle with a 9.603 on his 9.59 dial.
Don Thomas earned the biggest win of his career after five-time world champ Jeff Taylor suffered a mechanical problem in the Comp final. Thomas, now a three-time national event winner, ran a (-.410) 6.950 to seal the win.
Sean Bellemeur won for the 53rd time in Top Alcohol Funny Car when he drove past Shane Westerfield in the final round, 5.486 to 5.513. Bellemeur is also the runaway leader in the battle for a sixth championship.
In addition to his 2016 Top Fuel win, Richie Crampton added a Top Alcohol Dragster title to his resume when he downed T.J. Tindle in the final with a 6.255. The victory was also the first Indy title for the Samsel family, who tunes the car.
There is a playoff berth on the line for Clayton Howey this weekend as he looks to maintain his spot in the Top 10 in a tough Pro Stock Motorcycle class.
05 Sep 2026
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
After missing a few events earlier this season, Clayton Howey comes to Indy as the No. 10 ranked rider in the Pro Stock Motorcycle class, and he’s just one point ahead of No. 11 Steve Johnson, so the mission this week is simple; earn enough points…
In addition to her world title in Top Alcohol Dragster, Norwegian native Julie Nataas has a long history with Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. Nataas is back at Indy this weekend wheeling Del Worsham’s Hedingers Toyota Supra against a stacked field of the world's best Funny Cars.
In addition to her world title in Top Alcohol Dragster, Norwegian native Julie Nataas has a long history with Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park that includes an impressive double in 2022 where she won the Cornwell Quality Tools U.S. Nationals and…
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.
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 losing.At each NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national event, the Best…
As a third-generation racer in the Coughlin family, Paige Coughlin is practically drag racing royalty with a heritage that includes her grandfather, Jeg Sr., her father, Troy Sr., brother Troy Jr., and her three uncles, all of whom have an extensive history of success in the sport. Paige is currently building her own legacy in the sport, from big money bracket racing, to Super Comp and Super Gas, and now the Right Trailers Outlaw Street class.
As a third-generation racer in the Coughlin family, Paige Coughlin is practically drag racing royalty with a heritage that includes her grandfather, Jeg Sr., her father, Troy Sr., brother Troy Jr., and her three uncles, all of whom have an extensive…
A pair of two-time U.S. Nationals winners, a pair of old teammates, a pair of dads, and a pair of drivers with multiple cars in their camps are set to compete in Sunday’s PlayNHRA Funny Car All-Star Callout after a spirited session of first-round callouts.
A pair of two-time U.S. Nationals winners, a pair of old teammates, a pair of dads, and a pair of drivers with multiple cars in their camps are set to compete in Sunday’s PlayNHRA Funny Car All-Star Callout after a spirited session of first-round…
Lucas Oil Products has signed a long-term extension to continue as the title sponsor of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and “Official Oil of NHRA.”
Lucas Oil Products, the world leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, has signed a long-term extension to continue as the title sponsor of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and “Official Oil of NHRA.”This…
Kalitta Motorsports, long-time partner DHL Express, and Kalitta Air are partnering again to accelerate the fight against food insecurity by helping working families, children, and senior citizens facing hunger through the now-familiar six-race program: the Race to End Hunger.
Kalitta Motorsports, long-time partner DHL Express, and Kalitta Air are partnering again to accelerate the fight against food insecurity by helping working families, children, and senior citizens facing hunger through the now familiar six-race…
After a thrilling round of nighttime qualifying on Friday, action resumes on Saturday at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park during the 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals. Saturday will also be a full day of action and he's all the info you need in our daily preview.
The entire drag racing universe descends upon historic Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park this week for the 72nd edition of the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, the sport’s biggest and most prestigious drag race.The 2026 NHRA Mission…
Stephen Comella continued his domination of the Sox & Martin Challenge after Pro Stock champion Jason Line fouled in the final round on Friday at the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.
04 Sep 2026
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
Stephen Comella continued his domination of the Sox & Martin Challenge after Pro Stock champion Jason Line fouled in the final round on Friday at the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.Line, driving…
Jack Sanders operates a fabrication business and machine shop that is less than two miles from Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park and this week he’s fulfilling his dream of racing in Top Fuel at the sport’s biggest event. Sanders purchased the…
Jianna Evaristo, the track speed record holder in Pro Stock Motorcycle at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, will not compete this weekend. Instead, veteran rider and crew member Michael Ray will ride her JGH/Scrappers Buell. In this interview, Evaristo and Ray explain what happened.
Over the last few seasons as part of Matt Smith’s team, Michael Ray has established himself as a capable tuner, mechanic, and all-around handyman. Ray also happens to be a competitive Pro Stock Motorcycle rider, and that skill will come in handy…
Multi-event NHRA race winner Blake Alexander is embarking on a new chapter at the NHRA’s most prestigious event, debuting his own Funny Car team at the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals.
Multi-event NHRA race winner Blake Alexander is embarking on a new chapter at the NHRA’s most prestigious event, the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals. Alexander, a four-time NHRA national event winner, will debut his own Funny Car team at…
The entire drag racing universe descends upon historic Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park this week for the 72nd edition of the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, the sport’s biggest and most prestigious drag race. Professional action kicks off on Friday, Sept. 4, and here's our daily preview to get you started.
The entire drag racing universe descends upon historic Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park this week for the 72nd edition of the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, the sport’s biggest and most prestigious drag race.The 2026 NHRA Mission…
The 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools U.S. Nationals, September 4-7, will feature one of the largest contingents of Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series competitors in the history of the class. Over two dozen Chevrolet COPO Camaros, Ford Mustang Cobra Jets and Dodge Challenger Drag Paks fill the entry list for what is shaping up to be a historic race to celebrate NHRA’s 75th anniversary.
The 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools U.S. Nationals, September 4-7, will feature one of the largest contingents of Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series competitors in the history of the class. Over two dozen Chevrolet COPO Camaros, Ford Mustang…
CLASS ELIMINATIONSFor NHRA Racers in Super Stock and Stock, today is arguably the most important day of the season as today is the day that Class winners will be crowned at the 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S.…
News, notes, and photos from the opening day of the 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.And, we’re off.Christmas came early for NHRA racers and fans as the 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools…
Alexis DeJoria will be running a special John Force Night Stalker tribute paint scheme on her John Force Racing Bandero Café Chevrolet SS Funny Car at the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals.
Alexis DeJoria will have a cadre of friends and family cheering her on at the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, and she’s hoping the Night Stalker tribute paint scheme on her John Force Racing Bandero Café Chevrolet SS Funny Car will…
For the third straight year, fans will be able to watch the opening days of the world’s biggest drag race for free on NHRA.tv and the NHRA YouTube page courtesy of Richmond Auctions.
For the third straight year, fans will be able to watch the opening days of the world’s biggest drag race for free on NHRA.tv and the NHRA YouTube page.Beginning with the start of Wednesday qualifying through the final round of the Sox & Martin…
Celebrate NHRA’s return to Michigan on Thursday, Sept. 17, with limited-edition gifts and the chance to drive new Dodge performance vehicles on the U.S. 131 Motorsports Park dragstrip.
On September 17, 2026, NHRA, Dodge, and Mopar are inviting performance enthusiasts of every make and model to cruise from the Dodge's Motor City headquarters through Hell, Mich., to Martin, Mich., and help welcome Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing…
Two-time NHRA Funny Car world champion Cruz Pedregon and Cruz Pedregon Racing will welcome race fans to the team’s Brownsburg, Ind., headquarters on Thursday, Sept. 3, for the 2026 Cruz Pedregon Racing Open House & Car Show.
Two-time NHRA Funny Car world champion Cruz Pedregon and Cruz Pedregon Racing will welcome race fans to the team’s Brownsburg, Ind., headquarters on Thursday, Sept. 3, for the 2026 Cruz Pedregon Racing Open House & Car Show, held during the week…