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Unable to quickly replace devastated engines, Matt Smith is back on championship bike for one race

Matt Smith, currently No. 2 in the Pro Stock Motorcycle standings, knows the relevance of winning a Countdown to the Championship race such as St. Louis, and he's done so five times before in his career – but that isn't why the Matt Smith Racing (MSR) camp is in the midst of a shake-up.
29 Sep 2023
Kelly Wade
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Matt Smith
Matt Smith, currently No. 2 in the Pro Stock Motorcycle standings, knows the relevance of winning a Countdown to the Championship race such as St. Louis, and he's done so five times before in his career – but that isn't why the Matt Smith Racing (…
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FuelTech Pro Mod Series Road to the Championship hits key point in St. Louis

With huge championship implications on the line, the FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Type A Motorsports heads to World Wide Technology Raceway as part of this weekend’s NHRA Midwest Nationals, also marking the penultimate race in the Road to the Championship.
29 Sep 2023
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Kris Thorne
With huge championship implications on the line, the FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Type A Motorsports heads to World Wide Technology Raceway as part of this weekend’s NHRA Midwest Nationals, also marking the penultimate race…
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Watch this weekend's Division 1 Lucas Oil Series event for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the final Division 1 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Virginia Motorsports Park for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.
28 Sep 2023
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Virginia
NHRA fans can watch the final Division 1 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event from Virginia Motorsports Park for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv. Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Virginia are Moser, Competition Products,…
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In Memoriam

28 Sep 2023
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In Memoriam
Recent passings of notable figures from within the NHRA world. The NHRA extends its sincere condolences to the family and friends of those we have lost. Notices of passing can be sent to [email protected].…
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NHRA legend Prudhomme to be honored with “Carroll Shelby Spirit” award

NHRA legend Don "the Snake" Prudhomme will be named the recipient of the 2023 “Carroll Shelby Spirit” award at the annual Las Vegas Team Shelby Bash this weekend in Las Vegas, the premier official celebration of the Carroll Shelby Centennial.
27 Sep 2023
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Don Prudhomme
NHRA legend Don "The Snake" Prudhomme will be named the recipient of the 2023 “Carroll Shelby Spirit” award at the annual Las Vegas Team Shelby Bash this weekend in Las Vegas, the premier official celebration of the Carroll Shelby Centennial…
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Nataas' domination, Esz's first win highlight Carolina Nationals Sportsman

Nine Sportsman drivers claimed huge victories in NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals, led by Julie Nataas' dominating win in Top Alcohol Dragster and Phil Esz's first win in Top Alcohol Funny Car.
26 Sep 2023
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Julie Nataas
Nine Sportsman drivers claimed huge victories in NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals, led by Jule Nataas' dominating win in Top Alcohol Dragster. Julie Nataas scored an impressive victory in Top…
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Stanfield tops Factory X field again at Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals

26 Sep 2023
NHRA National Dragster staff
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46:04
Greg Stanfield remained unbeaten in two races in the new Factory X presented by Holley series. After winning in Indy, Stanfield drove his Camaro to a 7.100 to beat Allen Johnson.
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2023 Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals Mountain Motor Pro Stock champion John DeFlorian

26 Sep 2023
NHRA National Dragster staff
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After winning a pair of NHRA events in 2019 and racing to the final in Charlotte, last season, John DeFlorian  scored again in the Mountain Motor Pro Stock class. DeFlorian drove his Amsoil Camaro past Chris Powers in the final, 6.326 to 6.348…
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Sponsors in place, Cody Krohn is ready for NHRA Top Fuel debut in St. Louis

Newly licensed 19-year-old Top Fuel driver Cody Krohn will make his debut at the NHRA Midwest Nationals with the support of Rio Energy and JBS Equipment.
26 Sep 2023
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Cody Krohn
As he prepares for his debut in Top Fuel competition at the 2023 NHRA Midwest Nationals, 19-year-old Cody Krohn of CK Racing is making the momentous occasion even more impressive as he’s already signed two sponsors to support his sporting endeavor,…
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Unofficial Camping World points standings

Unofficial points standings following the completion of the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals, the 17th race of the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season and the second event in the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.
24 Sep 2023
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Points
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals, the 17th race of the 2023 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series season and the second event in the Countdown to the Championship playoffs. Official points…
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Top Alcohol Dragster points leader Tony Stewart disqualified in Charlotte

During a post-run inspection at the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals, the McPhillips Racing Top Alcohol Dragster driven by Tony Stewart was found to have unapproved ignition parts. Due to the items found, he has been disqualified from the event and zero points will be awarded, per the NHRA rulebook.
23 Sep 2023
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Tony Stewart
During a post-run inspection at the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals, the McPhillips Racing Top Alcohol Dragster driven by Tony Stewart was found to have unapproved ignition parts. Due to the items found, he has been disqualified from the event and…
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Johnson's Horsepowered Garage expands partnership with Tony Stewart Racing

Matt Hagan’s Tony Stewart Racing Dodge Funny Car will again wear the colors of Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage (JHG) at this weekend’s Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals and highlights the announcement of an extended partnership between Tony Stewart Racing and JHG.
22 Sep 2023
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Johnson's Horsepowered Garage
Matt Hagan’s Tony Stewart Racing Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Funny Car will again wear the colors of Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage (JHG) at this weekend’s Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals and highlights the announcement of an extended partnership…
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Mozeris, Peery, Emmons lead winners in second half of Tulsa doubleheader

Kayla Mozeris, Pete Peery, and Will Emmons led the winner's list as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series South Central Division wrapped up a doubleheaderweekend at Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park.
22 Sep 2023
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Division 4
The following are Saturday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, South Central Division event at Osage Casino Tulsa Raceway Park: COMPETITION ELIMINATOR Kayla Mozeris, Phoenix, Ariz., '32 Altered, K/AA, 7…
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NHRA draws biggest Countdown to the Championship audience ever in NHRA on FOX era

The NHRA enjoyed its most-watched weekend of Countdown to the Championship telecasts in the NHRA on FOX era, as more than 2.1 million viewers tuned in to original airings of the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway.
22 Sep 2023
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Reading
The NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series enjoyed its most-watched weekend of Countdown to the Championship telecasts in the NHRA on FOX era, as more than 2.1 million viewers tuned in to original airings of last weekend’s 38th annual Pep Boys NHRA…
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Watch Division 4 LODRS and Division 1 Summit Series Finals for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch a pair of exciting races this weekend — the Division 4 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series from Tulsa Raceway Park and the Division 1 NHRA Summit Racing Series Finals from Numidia Dragway — for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.
21 Sep 2023
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NHRA.tv
NHRA fans can watch a pair of exciting races this weekend — the Division 4 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series from Tulsa Raceway Park and the Division 1 NHRA Summit Racing Series Finals from Numidia Dragway — for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.…
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Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals loaded with special events on and off the track

A full slate of fun and thrills off the track ensures that this weekend's Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals, the second of six playoff races in the Countdown to the Championship, will offer fans plenty of excitement on and off the track.
19 Sep 2023
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Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals
The action on the track at zMAX Dragway will heat up on Friday through Sunday when the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series hosts the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals, the second of six playoff races in the Countdown to the Championship. But a…
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Championship hopes march on in Charlotte at Betway Carolina Nationals

As the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series returns to zMAX Dragway for the Countdown to the Championship playoffs for the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals on Sept. 22-24, drivers remain focused on dreams of an NHRA world championship.
19 Sep 2023
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Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals
As the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series returns to zMAX Dragway for the Countdown to the Championship playoffs for the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals on Sept. 22-24, drivers remain focused on dreams of an NHRA world championship.   The…
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TMS Titanium, Paul Lee Racing team up for Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals

Driver and team owner Paul Lee will welcome longtime partner TMS Titanium as primary partner on his Funny Car entry for the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals. 
19 Sep 2023
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Paul Lee
Driver and team owner Paul Lee will welcome longtime partner TMS Titanium as primary partner on his Funny Car entry for the Betway NHRA Carolina Nationals.  TMS Titanium and Lee have been partners for many years both on and off the track.…
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Fletcher's 107th win highlights Pep Boys NHRA Nationals Sportsman action

Nine Sportsman drivers claimed huge victories in NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals, led by Dan Fletcher, who scored his 107th career win.
18 Sep 2023
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Dan Flecther
Nine Sportsman drivers claimed huge victories in NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals, led by Dan Fletcher, who scored his 107th career win. Tony Stewart scorched his way to the national event winner’s circle…
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Five more headed to National Champions after Division 5 Summit Series Finals

Matt Driskell, Eugene Rowson, Joseph Moriarty, Patrick Roetto, and Kevin Rolph claimed championships at the 2023 West Central Division NHRA Summit Racing Series Finals to earn trips to the National Championship.
17 Sep 2023
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Division 5
The following are Sunday's final results from the 2023 NHRA Summit Racing Series West Central Division Finals: SUPER PRO Matt Driskell, Wellsville, Kan., '16 Dragster, 7.038, 187.68  def. Clayton McGinnis, Independence,…
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Champions crowned at Division 3 NHRA Summit Racing Series Finals

Tony Virgilio, Randy Burwell, James Ring, Jason Drnach, and Josh Rogers won championships at the North Central Division NHRA Summit Racing Series to earn berths in the National Championship.
17 Sep 2023
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North Central Division NHRA Summit Racing Series
The following are Sunday's final results from the 2023 NHRA Summit Racing Series North Central Division Finals: SUPER PRO Tony Virgilio, Cloverdale, Ind., '20 Dragster, 4.950, 136.90  def. John Boes, Alvada, Ohio, '09…
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Stanfield grabs second Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown victory of the season

Aaron Stanfield and his Stanfield Racing Engines Chevrolet COPO Camaro picked up their second win of the season Sunday at the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway.
17 Sep 2023
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Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown
Aaron Stanfield and his Stanfield Racing Engines Chevrolet COPO Camaro picked up their second win of the season Sunday at the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway.   Marking his 23rd overall Wally and 11th Flexjet Factory Stock…
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NHRA moves up Sunday start time for eliminations at Maple Grove Raceway

NHRA officials announced a schedule change for Sunday’s eliminations at the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove  Raceway. Eliminations will now begin at 9:30 a.m. ET on Sunday with the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series.
16 Sep 2023
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Maple Grove Raceway fans
NHRA officials announced a schedule change for Sunday’s eliminations at the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove  Raceway. Eliminations will begin at 9:30 a.m. ET on Sunday in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series, starting with Top…
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NHRA and officials at Maple Grove Raceway announce another sellout crowd on Saturday at the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals

For the second straight year, the NHRA and officials at Maple Grove Raceway announced a sellout crowd for Saturday’s qualifying action at the 38th annual Pep Boys NHRA Nationals.
16 Sep 2023
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Maple Grove Raceway
For the second straight year, the NHRA and officials at Maple Grove Raceway announced a sellout crowd for Saturday’s qualifying action at the 38th annual Pep Boys NHRA Nationals. The passionate fanbase again packed the historic facility during…
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Treadwell, Leazer, and Cagnazzi lead GALOT Motorsports Park winners

Glen Treadwell, Larry Leazer, and Victor Cagnazzi, led the list of winners as the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Southeast Division was in action at GALOT Motorsports Park.
15 Sep 2023
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Diuvisiuo 2
The following are Saturday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Southeast Division event at GALOT Motorsports Park: COMPETITION ELIMINATOR Glen Treadwell, Eustis, Fla., '19 dragster, G/ED, 5.063, 115.43…
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Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown heads into final stretch at Maple Grove Raceway

With only four races left in the Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown 2023 season, competition amongst Chevrolet COPO Camaros, Ford Cobra Jet Mustangs, and Dodge Challenger Drag Paks is at an all-time high heading into this weekend’s Pep Boys NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway.
14 Sep 2023
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Jesse Alexandra
With only four races left in the Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown 2023 season, competition amongst Chevrolet COPO Camaros, Ford Cobra Jet Mustangs, and Dodge Challenger Drag Paks is at an all-time high heading into this weekend’s Pep Boys NHRA…
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Division 4 winners Sterling, Riedel, Wilson, Sanders, and Tilson headed to Vegas

Jacob Sterling, Jeff Riedel, Gage Wilson, Robert Sanders, and Bryan Tilson have qualified for the Summit Racing series Nationals Championships is Las Vegas after their individual wins at the Division 4 Summit Series Finals.
14 Sep 2023
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Diviision 4 winners
The following are Sunday's final results from the 2023 NHRA Summit Racing Series South Central Division Finals: SUPER PRO Jacob Sterling, '02 Mustang, 6.417, 106.33  def. Corey Coffee, Inola, Okla., dragster, foul.…
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Meziere, Kelly, Biscay, Holloway, and Wilson lead Division 6 ET Series winners

Zach Meziere, Steve Kelly, Jake Biscay, Terry Holloway, and Sherry Wilson won the Division 6 Summit Series Finals race of Champions to earn the right to represent the divisional at the National Championships in Las Vegas in October.
13 Sep 2023
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D6 Finals
The following are Monday's final results from the 2023 NHRA Summit Racing Series Northwest Division Race of Champions: SUPER PRO Zach Meziere, Boise, Idaho, '11 Dragster, 4.822, 139.40  def. Dave Sattem, Camas, Wash., '99…
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Greg Stanfield takes first Factory X title at Dodge Power Brokers NHRA U.S. Nationals

13 Sep 2023
NHRA National Dragster staff
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72:08
History will show Greg Stanfield, as the first winner in Factory X presented by Holley, the exciting new class that features modern muscle cars. Stanfield defeated Chris Holbrook in the final, 7.25 to 8.04. He also celebrated his sixth different…
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Jake Opatrny's birthday present to himself: A return to Top Fuel in Reading

Jake Opatrny will return to the driver’s seat of the Leverich Racing Top Fuel entry at the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals for his third race of the year, representing Nelson Trucking and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150.
13 Sep 2023
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Jake Opatrny
Jake Opatrny will return to the driver’s seat of the Leverich Racing Top Fuel entry at the Pep Boys NHRA Nationals for his third race of the year. Opatrny will be representing Nelson Trucking and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local…
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