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Allegrucci scores third consecutive Factory Stock Showdown win of season

For the third race in a row, Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown points leader Jonathan Allegrucci raced his Ford Mustang Cobra Jet into the winner’s circle, this time at the Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals.
14 Jun 2026
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Factory Stock
For the third race in a row, Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown points leader Jonathan Allegrucci raced his Ford Mustang Cobra Jet into the winner’s circle, this time at the Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals.Allegrucci raced a tough contingent of…
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Jason Collins gets JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Series win at Bristol

On a wild day at Bristol Dragway, Jason Collins picked up his second win in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports on Sunday, defeating Mike Stavrinos in the final round to close out the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.
14 Jun 2026
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Pro Mod
On a wild day at Bristol Dragway, Jason Collins picked up his second win in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports on Sunday, defeating Mike Stavrinos in the final round to close out the Super Grip NHRA…
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Unofficial Mission Foods points standings

Unofficial points standings following the completion of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, the ninth event of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.
14 Jun 2026
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Points
Unofficial points standings following the completion of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, the ninth event of the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.Official points will be posted…
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Mission Raceway Park hosts Division 6 Lucas Oil Series event

The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Northwest Division is in action with an event at Mission Raceway Park. LATEST UPDATE: Saturday qualifying
14 Jun 2026
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D6
The following are Saturday's final qualifying results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Northwest Division event at Mission Raceway Park:TOP ALCOHOL DRAGSTER1) Shawn Cowie, Langley, B.C., 5.213 seconds, 275.40 mph2) Chris…
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Repeat win by Smith headlines JDRL Western Conference Finals

Bo Smith went back-to-back during the Right Trailers NHRA Western Conference Finals at Texas Motorplex. The event is the first of two national events for racers in the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League.
13 Jun 2026
Candida Benson, Jr. Dragster Contributor
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Bo Smith's Jr. Dragster at Texas Motorplex
Bo Smith went back-to-back during the Right Trailers NHRA Western Conference Finals at Texas Motorplex, adding this year’s 10-year-old age-group title to the one he earned in the 6-9 bracket last year. Smith was joined in the winner’s circle by Clay…
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JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Series hits regular-season finale in Bristol

The regular-season finale in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports takes place this weekend at Bristol Dragway as part of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, and there is plenty on the line.
12 Jun 2026
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Pro Mod
The regular-season finale in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports takes place this weekend at Bristol Dragway as part of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, and there is plenty on the line.…
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Lane, McKinney, Juels lead winners at RAD Torque Systems Canadian SPORTSnationals

Jeff Lane, Rick McKinney, and Justin and Jessica Juel led the list of winners at the NHRA RAD Torque Systems Canadian SPORTSnationals at Mission Raceway Park in British Columbi
12 Jun 2026
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RAD Torque Systems Canadian SPORTSnationals
The following are Friday's final results from the NHRA RAD Torque Systems Canadian SportsNationals:COMPETITION ELIMINATORJeff Lane, North Bend, Wash., '05 Cavalier, E/SMA, 8.243, 161.12  def. Ralph Van Paepeghem, Garden Valley…
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NHRA announces leadership changes in Tech, Racing Administration departments

NHRA officials have announced a series of strategic leadership promotions and changes within its Technical and Racing Administration departments, positioning the organization for continued success in the years ahead.
12 Jun 2026
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Tech
NHRA officials have announced a series of strategic leadership promotions and changes within its Technical and Racing Administration departments, positioning the organization for continued success in the years ahead.As part of the changes, Ned…
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1,000 Round Win Club releases first licensed product

To celebrate the first anniversary of six-time Pro Stock world champion Greg Anderson joining 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force in the most exclusive club in motorsports, the 1,000 Round Win Club and Werner Communications are releasing the first licensed autograph product celebrating this achievement.
11 Jun 2026
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10000 win Club
To celebrate the first anniversary of six-time Pro Stock world champion Greg Anderson joining 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force in the most exclusive club in motorsports, the 1,000 Round Win Club and Werner Communications are releasing the…
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Earlier start for Friday qualifying at Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

Due to potential inclement weather, NHRA announced an earlier start on Friday for NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway.
11 Jun 2026
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Thunder Valley Nationals
Due to potential inclement weather, NHRA announced an earlier start on Friday for NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway.The revised schedule moves NHRA Mission Foods Drag…
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Watch the JDRL Western Conference Finals for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the NHRA Jr. Drag Racing League Western Conference Finals from Texas Motorplex for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.
11 Jun 2026
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JDRL
NHRA fans can watch the NHRA Jr. Drag Racing League Western Conference Finals from Texas Motorplex for free starting Friday on NHRA.tv.Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Dallas are Right…
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Watch the RAD Torque Systems Canadian SPORTSnationals for free on NHRA.tv

NHRA fans can watch the RAD Torque Systems NHRA Canadian SPORTSnationals from Mission Raceway Park for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv.
10 Jun 2026
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Sports-tv
NHRA fans can watch the RAD Torque Systems NHRA Canadian SPORTSnationals from Mission Raceway Park for free starting Thursday on NHRA.tv.Presenting sponsors of NHRA.tv Sportsman coverage from Mission are RAD…
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NHRA, VizionOne Hand Cleaner spotlight nitro crewmembers with “Grunt of the Race” award

To recognize the often-overlooked crewmembers who dive beneath 12,000-horsepower machines moments after a pass to prepare them for the next run, NHRA and VizionOne Hand Cleaner have announced the "Grunt of the Race" award program.
10 Jun 2026
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Grunt of the Year
NHRA Top Fuel dragsters and Funny Cars depend on the people who dive beneath 12,000-horsepower machines moments after a pass to prepare them for the next run.To recognize those often-overlooked crewmembers, NHRA and VizionOne Hand Cleaner, the…
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Action-packed Friday night to open Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

Friday night qualifying at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway will also see the final rounds in Top Fuel and Funny Car of last weekend’s NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto completed under the lights.
09 Jun 2026
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Bristol
Friday night in Thunder Valley has always been a huge highlight of the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. But there will be even more excitement — and a lot more on the line — when nitro at night comes alive in a major way this Friday at…
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Aaron Stanfield added to Pro Mod class for remainder of 2026 season

Elite Motorsports and Modern Racing Inc. have announced a driver change for the ProFlow Pumping Solutions/Modern Racing/Elite Motorsports Pro Modified entry, confirming that Aaron Stanfield will take over the driver's seat for the remainder of the 2026 season in the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports.
09 Jun 2026
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Aaron Stanfield
Elite Motorsports and Modern Racing Inc. have announced a permanent driver change for the ProFlow Pumping Solutions/Modern Racing/Elite Motorsports Pro Modified entry, confirming that Aaron Stanfield will take over the driver's seat for the…
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Ron Capps to be inducted into Legends of Thunder Valley in Bristol

Ron Capps, the winningest NHRA Funny Car driver in Bristol Dragway history, has been named the 2026 honoree for the prestigious Legends of Thunder Valley, historic Bristol Dragway’s Hall of Fame.
09 Jun 2026
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Ron Capps
Ron Capps, the winningest NHRA Funny Car driver in Bristol Dragway history, has been named the 2026 honoree for the prestigious Legends of Thunder Valley, historic Bristol Dragway’s Hall of Fame.Capps, 60, will be officially inducted into the…
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Dow family accepts Holley Never Rest award at NHRA New England Nationals

The Dow family was the recipient of the Holley Never Rest award at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto.
08 Jun 2026
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Never Rest
The Dow family was the recipient of the Holley Never Rest award at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto.Following the loss of family matriarch Jaime just days before the event, her husband, Dana, and daughter Addison, a Jr. Drag…
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Eight racers cash in on Best Losing Package presented by Holley award in Epping

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.
08 Jun 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 losing.At each NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national event, the Best…
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Joey Gladstone set to replace Matt Smith for Bristol Pro Stock Motorcycle event

Three-time Pro Stock Motorcycle national event winner Joey Gladstone will race Matt Smith’s Denso Buell at this weekend’s Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol, Tenn.
08 Jun 2026
Kevin McKenna, NHRA National Dragster Senior Editor
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Joey Gladstone
While he continues to recover from recent medical procedures, including gallbladder surgery, six-time NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion Matt Smith has named Joey Gladstone as his replacement rider. Gladstone, who won three Pro Stock…
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Oakes' near double highlights Lucas Oil Series at NHRA New England Nationals

In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, eight winners were crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at New England Dragway, including Shane Oakes, who won in Super Stock and runner-upped in Stock.
08 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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Oakes
In addition to the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series action at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, eight winners were crowned in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series action at New England Dragway.Joe Carnasciale successfully defended his…
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Weather delay pushes 2026 NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Top Fuel and Funny Car finals to Bristol

Rain postpones Funny Car and Top Fuel finals at the NHRA New England Nationals; Final rounds to be completed during the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway, June 12-14, 2026.
07 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
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Weather delay pushes 2026 NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Nitro Finals to Bristol
Persistent rain at New England Dragway has delayed the completion of the 2026 NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto.As a result, the Funny Car and Top Fuel final rounds will not be completed in Epping and will instead be contested during…
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2026 NHRA New England Nationals Top Dragster winner Ava Meloni

07 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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106:25
A week before her high school graduation, Ava Meloni became a first-time NHRA national event winner in Right Trailers Top Dragster. Meloni scored the win after Paul Neal fouled in the final. 
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2026 NHRA New England Nationals Top Sportsman winner Eric Cabral

07 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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173:50
Eric Cabral ran 7.375 on his 7.37 prediction to win the final round in Right Trailers Top Sportsman over Dan Christopher, who ran right on his 7.33 dial in a final decided by .011-second.
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2026 NHRA New England Nationals Super Street winner Jason Mazzotta

07 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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132:00
Epping regular Jason Mazzotta took home the win in Super Street following a final round win against Michael Giuliano. Mazzotta’s strong of .00 lights highlighted the win. 
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2026 NHRA New England Nationals Super Gas winner Charlie Kenopic

07 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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94:58
Charlie Kenopic was solid on the starting line throughout Super Gas eliminations, including a .002 in the final that helped fuel a 9.893- to-9.889 double-breakout win against Rick Mattioli in the final.
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2026 NHRA New England Nationals Super Comp winner Jack Sepanek

07 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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102:30
Transmission builder Jack Sepanek now has five NHRA national event Wallys after scoring a narrow 8.907 to 8.916 decision against Vincent Nobile in the Super Comp final. 
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2026 NHRA New England Nationals Stock winner Todd Bednaz

07 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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73:30
Shane Oakes was in line for a possible double in Epping, but Todd Bednaz had other ideas in the bfinal. Bednaz was solid with a .010 light and a 10.758 against his 10.74 dial.
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2026 NHRA New England Nationals Super Stock winner Shane Oakes

07 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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89:02
Moments after losing the Stock final, Shane Oakes came through with a win in Super Stock by defeating Joe Lisa. Oakes was .007 on the Tree and ran 9.729 on his 9.70 dial.
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2026 NHRA New England Nationals Comp winner Joe Carnasciale

07 Jun 2026
NHRA National Dragster staff
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97:12
Joe Carnasciale successfully defended his 2025 Epping Comp title with a final-round win over Division 2 champ Monty Bogan. Carnasciale gave up a lead at the start but prevailed with a (-.582) 8.898 for his fourth career win.
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NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Sunday preview

Speed. History. Freedom. It's Race Day, and the New England Dragway is ready to host a day of competition for the record books.
07 Jun 2026
David Kennedy
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NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto Sunday preview
On Sunday at the NHRA New England Nationals presented by bproauto, the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series arrives at a unique intersection of American culture.We race at a track renowned for speed. We compete in a region steeped in history. And…
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