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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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Weekend Rewind: 2026 NHRA Southern Nationals

The NHRA made its first NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national event stop at South Georgia Motorsports Park a memorable one for the rebirth of the NHRA Southern Nationals. Check out this highlight video from the weekend.
05 May 2026
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Matt Hartford’s feast-or-famine start to the 2026 Pro Stock season

Matt Hartford rides early-season highs and lows — from Gainesville glory to tough early exits — showcasing his team's capabilities and ability to bounce back.
05 May 2026
David Kennedy
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Matt Hartford
The 2026 Pro Stock season has already delivered the kind of emotional swings that define championship-caliber racing, and Matt Hartford has been at the center of it all. Hartford opened the year in Gainesville with a statement, capturing the Pro…
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Matt Hagan is the 1,000th Funny Car winner, and his place in NHRA history is permanent

And he’s going to have a good time reminding everyone of it.
04 May 2026
David Kennedy
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Matt Hagan is the 1,000th Funny Car winner
Funny Car champion Matt Hagan has never been shy about his personality, and after securing the historic 1,000th Funny Car victory, he’s having a little fun imagining how the world might look now that his name is etched into NHRA history. Seen…
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Maddi Gordon throws out the first pitch at Atlanta Braves game

Maddi Gordon brought her NHRA horsepower to the national stage, representing the sport in front of thousands of baseball fans and a national audience.
04 May 2026
David Kennedy
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Maddi Gordon
Rising NHRA Top Fuel talent Maddi Gordon continues to make waves both on and off the dragstrip, adding another milestone moment to her fast-growing résumé with a ceremonial first pitch at a Atlanta Braves game. Gordon, part of drag racing’s…
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Leah Pruett closing in on win heading into NHRA Southern Nationals

Leah Pruett has enjoyed a strong start to her return to the Top Fuel ranks and appears as close as ever to her first win of the 2026 season in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series as the tour heads to South Georgia Motorsports Park for this weekend’s NHRA Southern Nationals.
30 Apr 2026
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Leah Pruett
Leah Pruett has enjoyed a strong start to her return to the Top Fuel ranks and appears as close as ever to her first win of the 2026 season in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.Heading to South Georgia Motorsports Park (SGMP) for this…
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J.R. Todd looks to win NHRA debut at South Georgia Motorsports Park

After an eventful weekend in Charlotte, past Funny Car world champion J.R. Todd has carried momentum into the NHRA Southern Nationals at South Georgia Motorsports Park.
29 Apr 2026
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J.R. Todd
After an eventful weekend in Charlotte, past Funny Car world champion J.R. Todd and the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series travel to South Georgia Motorsports Park (SGMP) for the facility’s first NHRA national event for this weekend’s NHRA…
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 2026 NHRA 4-Wide Nationals

Go behind the scenes with the winners of the 2026 NHRA 4-Wide Nationals as they celebrate with their teams and accept congratulations from their defeated final-round opponents.
29 Apr 2026
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Behind the Scenes with the winners of the 2026 NHRA 4-Wide Nationals
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NHRA 4-Wide Nationals Weekend Rewind

The 2026 NHRA 4-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway packed a wild weekend's worth of racing into four lanes of fury at the fourth event of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. Enjoy this video review of the event.
28 Apr 2026
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Five Things We Learned in Charlotte

The NHRA 4-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway was packed with drama and upsets that made the fourth event of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series one to truly remember. Here’s our five big takeaways.
27 Apr 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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5 Things
The NHRA 4-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway was packed with drama and upsets that made the fourth event of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series one to truly remember. Here’s our five big takeaways.FOUR-WIDE TOP FUEL MADNESS…
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With 500th start, Jeg Coughlin Jr. reminisces about his top five greatest moments

In a career that’s peppered with a list of accomplishments, this weekend Jeg Coughlin Jr. is adding another milestone to his long résumé. “The Natural,” as he’s often called, will notch his 500th professional NHRA event start.
25 Apr 2026
Kayla Zadel
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Jeg Coughlin Jr.
In a career that’s peppered with a list of accomplishments, this weekend Jeg Coughlin Jr. is adding another milestone to his long résumé. “The Natural,” as he’s often called, will notch his 500th professional NHRA event start.Coughlin’s pro career…
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Success, long friendship continue to drive Ron Capps/Dean Antonelli duo

In his long and distinguished career, current NHRA 4-Wide Nationals low qualifier Ron Capps has enjoyed the tuning expertise of hall of famers like Roland Leong, Ed McCulloch, and Rahn Tobler, all of whom guided him to race wins, but it’s his current crew chief, Dean “Guido” Antonelli, who brings the easy smile to his face.
25 Apr 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Ron Capps
In his long and distinguished career, current NHRA 4-Wide Nationals low qualifier Ron Capps has enjoyed the tuning expertise of hall of famers like Roland Leong, Ed McCulloch, and Rahn Tobler, all of whom guided him to race wins, but it’s his…
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Right Trailers Outlaw Street racers dish on series debut in Charlotte

The Right Trailers Outlaw Street group isn’t coming in quietly for the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals at zMax Dragway. Even though the class is set for an exhibition, these no-prep racers aren’t necessarily treating it like one. They know exactly what this moment means with a new stage and a new audience.
24 Apr 2026
Kayla Zadel
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Outlaw Street press conference
The Right Trailers Outlaw Street group isn’t coming in quietly for the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals at zMax Dragway. Even though the class is set for an exhibition, these no-prep racers aren’t necessarily treating it like one. They know exactly what this…
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Successful everywhere else, Clay Millican still chasing the four‑wide breakthrough

Top Fuel ace Clay Millican has won the U.S. Nationals and the Winternationals, two crown jewels of the NHRA crown, but despite appearing in eight final-round quads, including two of the last four, a victory at the 4-Wide Nationals has continued to elude him.
24 Apr 2026
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Clay Milllican
Four‑wide racing is both forgiving and unforgiving. You only need to finish second to advance from round one to the semifinals and only second to reach the final, but between you and the coveted Wally stand three other drivers who also have made…
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