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John Force and Greg Anderson welcomed into 1,000-Round Win Club

Prior to the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Awards Ceremony, 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force and six-time Pro Stock world champion Greg Anderson were installed as the first two members of the 1,000-Round Win Club.
18 Nov 2025
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1000 wins
Prior to the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Awards Ceremony at the Pechanga Resort & Casino, 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force and six-time Pro Stock world champion Greg Anderson were installed as the first two members of…
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2025 NHRA Mission Foods Series champions honored at awards ceremony

First-time world champions Dallas Glenn and Richard Gadson were honored Monday evening, along with two-time world champs Doug Kalitta and Austin Prock during the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series awards ceremony at the Pechanga Resort Casino in scenic Southern California Wine Country.
17 Nov 2025
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awards ceremony
First-time world champions Dallas Glenn and Richard Gadson were honored Monday evening, along with two-time world champs Doug Kalitta and Austin Prock during the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series awards ceremony at the Pechanga Resort…
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Lucas Oil Series winners shined on a rainy weekend in Pomona

With Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action stopped by persistent rain, the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series produced the only winners at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, completing their action on Thursday, and led by Super Comp winner Chad Webber, whose victory earned him the world championship.
17 Nov 2025
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Super COmp
With Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action stopped by persistent rain, the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series produced the only winners at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, completing their action on Thursday.Jason Grima, a former Australian Pro Stock…
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Funny Car’s Spencer Hyde named 2025 NHRA Rookie of the Year

After a successful debut season in the highly competitive Funny Car class, Spencer Hyde has been named the 2025 NHRA Rookie of the Year in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.
17 Nov 2025
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Spencer Hyde
After a successful debut season in the highly competitive Funny Car class, Spencer Hyde has been named the 2025 NHRA Rookie of the Year in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.Hyde was awarded NHRA Rookie of the Year honors on Monday at the…
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Top 5 Finals thoughts to end the season

The 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season ended prematurely with the cancellation of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, but we still have five Finals thoughts to wrap it up.
17 Nov 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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5 Things
WINNER-TAKE-ALL FINAL ROUNDS ROCKOn Thursday, NHRA’s Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Sportsman racers put on quite a show when racers in Comp, Super Stock, Stock, Super Comp, Super Gas, Right Trailers Top Sportsman, and Right Trailers…
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In Memoriam

17 Nov 2025
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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 nhra@nhra.com…
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After a dominant season, Austin Prock clinches second straight Funny Car title

With the weather-induced cancellation of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona, Austin Prock locked up his second straight NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Funny Car world championship
16 Nov 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Austin Prock
With the weather-induced cancellation of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona, Austin Prock locked up his second straight NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Funny Car world championship.The reigning champion likely would have won the title…
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Richard Gadson is crowned 2025 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion

After a tough back-and-forth battle with teammate Gaige Herrera, Richard Gadson emerged as the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion.
16 Nov 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Richard Gadson
After a tough back-and-forth battle with teammate Gaige Herrera, Richard Gadson emerged as the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion.After joining the Vance & Hines team at the start of 2024, Gadson enjoyed a breakthrough…
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Dallas Glenn clinches first NHRA Pro Stock world championship

Dallas Glenn is one of the many sportsman racers who have dreamed getting a chance to race in the NHRA “big show” as a professional and when that opportunity arose, he took the ball and ran with it and now, Glenn is the 2024 Mission Foods NHRA Pro Stock World Champion.
16 Nov 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Dallas Glenn
Dallas Glenn is one of the many sportsman racers who have dreamed getting a chance to race in the NHRA “big show” as a professional and when that opportunity arose, he took the ball and ran with it and now, Glenn is the 2024 Mission Foods NHRA Pro…
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NHRA cancels In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals; remaining world champions Prock, Glenn, Gadson crowned on current points

NHRA officials have made the unfortunate decision on Sunday to cancel this weekend’s In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals due to persistent and adverse weather and unsafe track conditions. The rest of the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series world champions have been determined by the current points standings
16 Nov 2025
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world champs
NHRA officials have made the unfortunate decision on Sunday to cancel this weekend’s In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip due to persistent and adverse weather and unsafe track conditions.After an exhaustive effort from…
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Saturday qualifying canceled at In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals; Sunday eliminations set based on points standings

Racing at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals was canceled on Saturday due to weather at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip. Eliminations for Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle will be set based on championship points standings coming into the event.
15 Nov 2025
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Pomona
Racing at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals was canceled on Saturday due to weather at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.Eliminations for Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle will be set based on championship points standings coming…
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Doug Kalitta clinches second NHRA Top Fuel world championship

Doug Kalitta clinched his second NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Top Fuel world championship in the last three years on Saturday of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals.
15 Nov 2025
Phil Burgess, NHRA National Dragster Editor
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Doug Kalitta
Doug Kalitta clinched his second NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Top Fuel world championship in the last three years on Saturday of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals.Kalitta, who won his breakthrough first title in a winner-take-all final round…
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In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals Saturday preview

After rain forced the postponement of Friday’s on-track action, NHRA will try again on Saturday to begin professional qualifying for the season-ending In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona. Here's a preview of Saturday's schedule.
15 Nov 2025
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Pomona
After rain forced the postponement of Friday’s on-track action, NHRA will try again on Saturday to begin professional qualifying for the season-ending In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona. Despite the weather, the stage remains set for an epic…
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Friday racing postponed at In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona; event resumption scheduled for Saturday morning

Racing at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals was postponed on Friday due to weather at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip. Racing is scheduled to begin Saturday at 10 a.m. Pacific.
14 Nov 2025
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Pomona
Racing at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals was postponed on Friday due to weather at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.Qualifying in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series is now scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. PT on Saturday with Top Fuel and Funny…
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John Force announces retirement after unparalleled NHRA career

Sixteen-time NHRA Funny Car world champion John Force, the winningest driver in NHRA history, announced Thursday during a media luncheon at his race shop in Yorba Linda, Calif., that he is officially retiring from competition.
14 Nov 2025
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John Force
Legendary drag racer John Force, a 16-time NHRA Funny Car world champion and the winningest driver in NHRA history, announced Thursday during a media luncheon at his race shop in Yorba Linda, Calif., that he is officially retiring from competition…
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In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals Friday preview

The stage is set for an epic conclusion to the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season as all four Professional championships (and a handful of NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Sportsman championships) will be decided during this weekend’s In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona.
14 Nov 2025
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Pomona
The stage is set for an epic conclusion to the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season as all four Professional championships (and a handful of NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Sportsman championships) will be decided during this weekend’…
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Five NHRA Lucas Oil Series champions crowned on Thursday in Pomona

The weather-related schedule change for the first day of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona had an unintended consequence as one day eliminations allowed the crowning of five Lucas Oil Series Sportsman world champions.
13 Nov 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Jeff Taylor
The weather-related schedule change for the first day of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona had an unintended consequence as one day eliminations allowed the crowning of five Lucas Oil Series Sportsman world champions.Following a full day of…
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New issue of NHRA National Dragster tracks dramatic titles battles

The November issue of NHRA National Dragster magazine, including coverage of a packed October full of racing and championship drama, is now online in digital format and in the mail in its traditional print format to NHRA Members around the world.
13 Nov 2025
NHRA National Dragster staff
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ND
 READ THE ISSUEThe November issue of NHRA National Dragster magazine, including coverage of a packed October full of racing and championship…
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NHRA adjusts Friday qualifying schedule for In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals

Due to pending weather, NHRA officials have announced a schedule change for Friday’s two Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying sessions for the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.
13 Nov 2025
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Pomona
Due to pending weather, NHRA officials have announced a schedule change for Friday’s two Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying sessions for the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.Qualifying is slated to begin at 10…
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Pomona Lucas Oil Series racers set for Championship Thursday

The weather forecast for this week’s In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals has forced a schedule change which will likely lead to several Lucas Oil Series Sportsman titles being decided on Thursday. Here is an update on each category.
13 Nov 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Jeff Taylor
The weather forecast for this week’s In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals has forced a schedule change which will likely lead to several NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Sportsman titles being decided on Thursday. Here is an update on each category.Given a…
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“Chasing Speed,” a six-part NHRA Drag Racing docuseries, to air on VICE TV

VICE TV, home of VICE Sports, has joined forces with the NHRA for "Chasing Speed," a six-part docuseries on the high-octane world of NHRA Drag Racing that will premiere Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.
13 Nov 2025
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Prock
VICE TV, home of VICE Sports, has joined forces with the NHRA for Chasing Speed, a six-part docuseries on the high-octane world of NHRA Drag Racing. The series premieres Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on VICE TV. The announcement was…
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Richard Gadson honored with Big Brothers Big Sisters award

NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle rider Richard Gadson was honored by Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence with the organization’s Little Achievement Award, recognizing his professional accomplishments, leadership, and continued commitment to mentorship and giving back.
12 Nov 2025
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Richard Gadson
NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle rider Richard Gadson was honored Tuesday night by Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence with the organization’s Little Achievement Award, recognizing his professional accomplishments, leadership, and continued commitment to…
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Daido Metal to sponsor Paul Lee Racing Funny Car at NHRA Finals

Daido Metal will be the primary sponsor partner on the FTI Performance Funny Car driven by Paul Lee for the upcoming In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals.
12 Nov 2025
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Paul Lee
Daido Metal will be the primary sponsor partner on the FTI Performance Funny Car driven by Paul Lee for the upcoming In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals.Daido Metal continues to work closely with the Paul Lee Racing crew chiefs on the bearings for the nitro…
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In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals event guide: What you need to know before you go

Planning to attend or even watch this weekend's In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals? Check out our event guide, which features ticket information, event schedule and news, entry lists, a facility map, the Nitro Alley schedule, driver bios, and much more.
11 Nov 2025
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PC2 Event Guide
 IN-N-OUT BURGER NHRA FINALS EVENT GUIDE
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NHRA National Dragster Sportsman Racer of the Month: Monty Bogan

With a double-up in Rockingham, and a win at the JEGS Allstars competition in Dallas, Comp racer Monty Bogan has been named National Dragster's latest Racer of the Month.
10 Nov 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Monty Bogan
Monty Bogan didn’t win enough rounds to contend for the world championship in Comp eliminator, but that doesn’t mean he didn’t finish the 2025 season on a high note.Bogan, driving the Sharp Motorsports entry, enjoyed a great stretch run in October…
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Rockingham Dragway set to host NHRA national event in 2026

NHRA and Rockingham Dragway have announced that the historic track will host a full NHRA national event for the first time in track history as part of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration in 2026.
10 Nov 2025
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Rockingham Dragway
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series is headed to “The Rock.”NHRA and Rockingham Dragway have announced that the historic track will host a full NHRA national event for the first time in track history as part of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary…
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Lamb clinches sixth NHRA Sportsman title; others will be decided in Pomona

Justin Lamb joined exclusive company on Sunday in Las Vegas with a double-up in Super Stock and Stock to officially clinch his sixth NHRA Lucas Oil Series world title. The Top Alcohol Funny Car, Super Stock, and Stock titles have been decided ahead of this weekend's Pomona finale.
10 Nov 2025
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Justin Lamb
Justin Lamb joined exclusive company on Sunday in Las Vegas by clinching his sixth NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series world title. Needing nothing less than a victory in order to pass incoming leader and defending Super Stock champ Jimmy Hidalgo Jr…
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Justin Lamb's big win highlights 2025 Lucas Oil Series finale in Vegas

Justin Lamb won the Super Stock world championship with a clutch win as the 2025 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series wrapped up its schedule with a Pacific Division event at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
08 Nov 2025
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Division 7
The following are Sunday's final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Pacific Division event at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway:TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTERJon Bradford, Tucson, Ariz., 5.283, 272.39  def. Shawn…
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New events, diverse schedule highlights 2026 Lucas Oil Series season

NHRA has announced the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series schedule for the upcoming 75th anniversary season in 2026 with 47 divisional events, three SPORTSnationals, and events at new venues.
07 Nov 2025
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LODRS
 NHRA has announced the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series schedule for the upcoming 75th anniversary season in 2026.The category, which showcases the best and most decorated Sportsman drivers in drag racing, will compete at standout facilities…
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NHRA on FOX at the 2025 SEMA Show Live—Friday

The 2025 SEMA Show is officially underway, and NHRA is once again at the center of the automotive performance world — streaming on NHRA.com all week long from Booth 22,333 in the Central Hall, the beating heart of the global aftermarket.
07 Nov 2025
David Kennedy
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NHRA on FOX  at the 2025 SEMA Show Live
All week, fans around the world tuned in as NHRA brought the excitement of drag racing to the automotive aftermarket's biggest stage — featuring live interviews, special guests, breaking news, and exclusive first looks from our NHRA on FOX stage.…
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