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VANDERGRIFF, KALITTA & G. STANFIELD ENJOY VICTORIES IN FRONT OF SELLOUT CROWD AT DENSO NHRA SONOMA NATIONALS


 

- Dominant weekend leads to FC win for Vandergriff

- Kalitta gets seventh TF Sonoma victory

- Stanfield goes back-to-back in Sonoma in PS


 

SONOMA, Calif. (July 19, 2026) – Funny Car newcomer Jordan Vandergriff won for the second time this season for John Force Racing in front of a sellout crowd on Sunday at Sonoma Raceway, defeating Daniel Wilkerson in the final round of the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge.


 

Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel) and Greg Stanfield (Pro Stock) also won at the 11th of 20 races during the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season as NHRA celebrated three straight days of sellout crowds at the standout facility.


 

Vandergriff went 3.900-seconds at 330.72 mph in his 12,000-horsepower Cornwell Tools Chevrolet SS to power past Wilkerson’s 3.950 at 301.33 in the championship round, getting his second career victory and first at Sonoma Raceway.

 

The Brea, Calif. native defeated Jason Rupert, Matt Hagan and reigning world champion Austin Prock in a thrilling side-by-side duel to reach the final round, finishing off a near-flawless weekend with another stellar performance in the final round.

 

The team made wholesale changes after Norwalk and it worked like a charm one race later, as Vandergriff was the quickest car the last three qualifying rounds. He qualified No. 1 and then was remarkably consistent in eliminations, including a Sunday-best run of 3.891 at 328.46. That continued all day, as the rising star moved up three spots to second in points with the victory.


 

“My team behind me had the car running so well and so and smooth at this race,” Vandergriff said. “Today was one of those days where I got up there, and I knew I was going to go straight and tried and true. Heading into this final round, I knew that we had the car. 

 

“Getting my second win, it means a lot because after my first win, I remember sitting home, on the couch, looking at the Wally, and I'm thinking, ‘You know, how do I get a second one?’ The first one felt like such a whirlwind, and a dream come true. This is my job. My job is to come to John Force Racing and win Wallys for Cornwall Quality Tools. Now I'm going to go home and look at two Wallys and ask myself how to get a third.”


 

Wilkerson advanced to his second final this year and fourth in his career thanks to round wins against Hunter Green, Spencer Hyde and Jack Beckman. Ron Capps remains in the points lead, but it stands at just 74 points over Vandergriff after a first-round defeat to Prock on Sunday.


 

There is nobody better in Top Fuel at Sonoma Raceway than Doug Kalitta and that again proved to be true on Sunday in front of a capacity crowd, as the reigning world champion denied area native Jasmine Salinas of her first career victory with an impressive run of 3.731 at 339.36 in the final round in his 12,000-horsepower Aflac dragster for Kalitta Motorsports.


 

It’s the second straight victory in wine country for Kalitta, who now has seven victories at Sonoma Raceway, which is the most in Top Fuel history.


 

This weekend was another dominant effort for the two-time champion, as he qualified No. 1, claimed the Deecell After Dark Low Qualifier and rolled to round wins against Clay Millican and Antron Brown to reach the final round.


 

Salinas made a valiant effort in the finals, leaving first with an .056 reaction time, but Kalitta quickly tracked her down as she went 3.815 at 319.14. It’s also the 61st career victory for Kalitta, who stayed second in points as he gears up for another championship run. His Sonoma victory last year keyed his 2025 title run and Kalitta is hoping for the same this season.


 

“This is a very special place for me. We had a little dry spell through the years, but I'm glad that we managed to get the last two wins here,” Kalitta said.

 

“It's been 30 years since, unfortunately, we lost Blaine Johnson and I'm going to have the honor of giving this trophy to Alan [Johnson, crew chief] this evening once we get done with this. It’s very deserving with everything he’s put into this sport. Blaine was a hell of a driver, so this is going to be an honor. This is the time of the year where it gets really fun because we're all battling for points. We’re still quite a ways behind Shawn (Langdon) but we’ve got enough time to do it.”


 

Salinas reached her first career final round in a two-wide matchup thanks to round wins against Josh Hart, points leader Langdon and Leah Pruett. Kalitta pulled to within 85 points of his teammate Langdon in the points standings.


 

In Pro Stock, Greg Stanfield continued to feel right at home in front of a packed Sonoma Raceway, defeating six-time world champion and Elite Motorsports teammate Erica Enders on a holeshot and a run of 6.551 at 211.30 in his Janac Brothers Racing car.


 

It’s the second straight victory in Sonoma for Stanfield, who defeated his son, Aaron, in the finals a year ago. It was another all-Elite final round as Stanfield reached the final round this year thanks to victories against his son, Mason McGaha and Jeg Coughlin Jr.


 

He was lethal on the starting line in the finals against Enders, going .015 to hold off the 49-time Pro Stock winner. Enders went 6.550 at 210.87 as Stanfield hung on by a thin margin to get his seventh career professional victory.


 

It was also a massive win for Elite Motorsports, as the team had all four cars in the semifinals and won in Sonoma for the fifth straight time. Stanfield has delivered the last two years, moving to third in points.


 

“I’m not sure why I do so well here. It must be the wine. It's a great place with great fans and I just feel really comfortable here,” Stanfield said. “The Elite cars are fast right now. I’m just proud, excited and thankful to be driving for them.

 

“The racing is so tight today, so the driving part of it's really critical. Today was obviously a good day. When I race, I really don't look who's in the other lane. I just try to focus on my side and what I can do and try to do the best I can. 

 

“On Saturday, I just looked at the ladder and thought, ‘Oh, boy, this ain't good’. I just try to do my part to not let everybody down. I won the first round due to pure luck against Aaron, because I should have been beat right there. That was my mulligan of the day.”


 

Enders advanced to the final round for the first time in 2026 and the 85th time in her career after round wins against Kenny Delco, Matt Latinno and Troy Coughlin Jr. Dallas Glenn remained the points leader after a rare first-round loss, holding a 21-point advantage over KB Titan Racing teammate Greg Anderson, who also fell in the opening round.


 

The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns July 24-26 with the 37th annual Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways in Seattle.


 

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SONOMA, Calif. -- Final finish order (1-16) at the 38th annual DENSO Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway. The race is the 11th of 20 events in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.


 

TOP FUEL:

1. Doug Kalitta; 2. Jasmine Salinas; 3. Leah Pruett; 4. Antron Brown; 5. Billy Torrence; 6.

Shawn Langdon; 7. Tony Stewart; 8. Tony Schumacher; 9. Justin Ashley; 10. Josh Hart; 11. Shawn Reed; 12. Maddi Gordon; 13. Clay Millican; 14. Will Smith.


 

FUNNY CAR:

1. Jordan Vandergriff; 2. Daniel Wilkerson; 3. Austin Prock; 4. Jack Beckman; 5. Paul Lee; 6. Matt Hagan; 7. Cruz Pedregon; 8. Spencer Hyde; 9. J.R. Todd; 10. Hunter Green; 11. Chad Green; 12. Jason Rupert; 13. Jeff Arend; 14. Ron Capps; 15. Alexis DeJoria; 16. Dave Richards.


 

PRO STOCK:

1. Greg Stanfield; 2. Erica Enders; 3. Jeg Coughlin; 4. Troy Coughlin Jr.; 5. Matt Latino; 6.

Eric Latino; 7. Stephen Bell; 8. Mason McGaha; 9. Dallas Glenn; 10. Matt Hartford; 11. Aaron Stanfield; 12. Greg Anderson; 13. Cody Anderson; 14. Kenny Delco; 15. Chris Vang; 16. Shane Tucker.


 

SONOMA, Calif. -- Sunday's final results from the 38th annual DENSO Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway. The race is the 11th of 20 in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series:


 

Top Fuel -- Doug Kalitta, 3.731 seconds, 339.96 mph def. Jasmine Salinas, 3.815 seconds, 319.14 mph.


 

Funny Car -- Jordan Vandergriff, Chevy Camaro, 3.900, 330.72 def. Daniel Wilkerson, Ford Mustang, 3.950, 301.33.


 

Pro Stock -- Greg Stanfield, Chevy Camaro, 6.551, 211.30 def. Erica Enders, Camaro, 6.550, 210.87.


 

Competition Eliminator -- Clint Neff, Dragster, 7.639, 172.43 def. Steve Graham, Chevy Camaro, 6.996, 197.10.


 

Super Stock -- Jody Lang, Chevy Malibu, 10.883, 115.57 def. Brad Burton, Pontiac Firebird, 9.363, 136.68.


 

Stock Eliminator -- Justin Lamb, Chevy Camaro, 9.312, 139.44 def. Darin Grossi, Plymouth Fury, 10.202, 128.84.


 

Super Comp -- Trey Vetter, Dragster, 8.911, 174.91 def. Grant Williamson, Dragster, 8.913, 168.35.


 

Super Gas -- Doug Sedmak, Chevy Corvette, 9.914, 156.79 def. Brad Pierce, Corvette, 9.906, 139.69.


 

Top Sportsman -- Ken Ratzloff, Studebaker, 6.861, 200.41 def. Bryan Warr, Chevy Camaro, 6.718, 203.98.


 

Top Dragster -- Keith Winters, Dragster, 6.313, 214.66 def. Thomas Bayer, Dragster, 6.182, 226.89.


 

SONOMA, Calif. -- Final round-by-round results from the 38th annual DENSO Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway, the 11th of 20 events in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series:


 

TOP FUEL:


 

ROUND ONE -- Antron Brown, 3.739, 332.67 def. Tony Schumacher, 3.746, 336.99; Tony Stewart, 3.712, 336.91 def. Justin Ashley, 3.826, 320.74; Billy Torrence, 3.707, 338.00 def. Shawn Reed, 4.599, 163.85; Shawn Langdon, 3.725, 338.77 def. Will Smith, Broke - No Show; Doug Kalitta, 3.724, 336.91 def. Clay Millican, 7.078, 85.58; Leah Pruett, 3.744, 323.27 def. Maddi Gordon, 4.876, 148.09; Jasmine Salinas, 3.756, 319.90 def. Josh Hart, 4.430, 194.32;

QUARTERFINALS -- Salinas, 3.775, 309.91 def. Langdon, 3.776, 335.32; Kalitta, 3.730, 338.00 was unopposed; Brown, 4.175, 265.95 def. Stewart, 6.499, 94.90; Pruett, 3.766, 330.23 def. Torrence, 3.751, 332.51;

SEMIFINALS -- Salinas, 3.772, 334.98 def. Pruett, 3.751, 331.94; Kalitta, 4.105, 251.77 def. Brown, 4.917, 164.77;

FINAL -- Kalitta, 3.731, 339.96 def. Salinas, 3.815, 319.14.


 

FUNNY CAR:


 

ROUND ONE -- Daniel Wilkerson, Ford Mustang, 3.945, 324.90 def. Hunter Green, Dodge Charger, Foul - Red Light; Paul Lee, Charger, 3.937, 327.66 def. Chad Green, Mustang, 3.981, 325.14; Jordan Vandergriff, Chevy Camaro, 3.891, 328.46 def. Jason Rupert, Mustang, 4.040, 322.50; Jack Beckman, Camaro, 3.928, 328.06 def. Jeff Arend, Charger, 4.064, 311.77; Austin Prock, Mustang, 4.101, 263.31 def. Ron Capps, Toyota GR Supra, 4.353, 208.26; Spencer Hyde, Mustang, 4.241, 222.11 def. Dave Richards, Mustang, Broke; Cruz Pedregon, Charger, 4.450, 197.97 def. Alexis DeJoria, Camaro, 4.732, 170.86; Matt Hagan, Charger, 3.944, 333.74 def. J.R. Todd, GR Supra, 3.933, 332.43;

QUARTERFINALS -- Prock, 3.927, 327.35 def. Lee, 3.946, 328.62; Beckman, 3.894, 332.43 def. Pedregon, 4.009, 319.45; Vandergriff, 3.932, 330.72 def. Hagan, 3.956, 327.98; Wilkerson, 4.255, 217.88 def. Hyde, 4.327, 250.92;

SEMIFINALS -- Vandergriff, 3.911, 329.91 def. Prock, 3.921, 329.67; Wilkerson, 5.159, 299.33 def. Beckman, 5.793, 205.19;

FINAL -- Vandergriff, 3.900, 330.72 def. Wilkerson, 3.950, 301.33.


 

PRO STOCK:


 

ROUND ONE -- Greg Stanfield, Chevy Camaro, 6.534, 211.00 def. Aaron Stanfield, Camaro, 6.513, 210.37; Eric Latino, Camaro, 6.511, 209.01 def. Dallas Glenn, Camaro, 6.499, 210.47; Matt Latino, Camaro, 6.519, 210.21 def. Greg Anderson, Camaro, 6.527, 209.26; Jeg Coughlin, Camaro, 6.533, 210.44 def. Matt Hartford, Camaro, 6.512, 211.26; Mason McGaha, Camaro, 6.532, 211.20 def. Chris Vang, Camaro, 6.783, 166.21; Troy Coughlin Jr., Camaro, 6.525, 210.34 def. Cody Anderson, Camaro, 6.531, 210.08;

Erica Enders, Camaro, 6.520, 211.00 def. Kenny Delco, Camaro, 6.576, 209.52; Stephen Bell, Camaro, 6.545, 209.98 def. Shane Tucker, Camaro, 7.103, 151.65;

QUARTERFINALS -- Coughlin, 6.572, 210.18 def. Bell, 6.574, 209.49; G. Stanfield, 6.519, 211.43 def. McGaha, 6.967, 159.38; Enders, 6.535, 210.90 def. M. Latino, 6.533, 210.05; Coughlin Jr., 6.543, 210.70 def. E. Latino, 6.541, 210.70;

SEMIFINALS -- Enders, 7.016, 209.07 def. Coughlin Jr., 11.712, 115.07; G. Stanfield, 6.544, 211.16 def. Coughlin, 9.865, 105.18;

FINAL -- G. Stanfield, 6.551, 211.30 def. Enders, 6.550, 210.87.


 

SONOMA, Calif. -- Point standings (top 10) following the 38th annual DENSO Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway, the 11th of 20 events in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series -


 

Top Fuel


 

1. Shawn Langdon, 1,069; 2. Doug Kalitta, 984; 3. Leah Pruett, 803; 4. Antron Brown, 680; 5. (tie) Maddi Gordon, 648; Tony Stewart, 648; 7. Josh Hart, 592; 8. Billy Torrence, 559; 9. Justin Ashley, 484; 10. Clay Millican, 455.


 

Funny Car


 

1. Ron Capps, 852; 2. Jordan Vandergriff, 778; 3. Jack Beckman, 764; 4. Matt Hagan, 744; 5. J.R. Todd, 721; 6. Chad Green, 667; 7. Alexis DeJoria, 644; 8. Austin Prock, 597; 9. Spencer Hyde, 544; 10. Daniel Wilkerson, 543.


 

Pro Stock


 

1. Dallas Glenn, 922; 2. Greg Anderson, 901; 3. (tie) Matt Hartford, 765; Greg Stanfield, 765; 5. Aaron Stanfield, 649; 6. Matt Latino, 627; 7. Erica Enders, 623; 8. Jeg Coughlin, 547; 9. Troy Coughlin Jr., 490; 10. Eric Latino, 464.


 

 

LANGDON, CAPPS & GLENN WIN MISSION #2FAST2TASTY CHALLENGE AT SONOMA RACEWAY


 

Kalitta, Vandergriff and Vang all qualify No. 1 at Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge


 

SONOMA, Calif. (July 18, 2026) – Top Fuel points leader Shawn Langdon rolled to another big Saturday in front of a capacity crowd at Sonoma Raceway, winning the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge as part of this weekend’s Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge.


 

Ron Capps (Funny Car) and Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock) also won the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday, while Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel), Jordan Vandergrif (Funny Car) and Chris Vang (Pro Stock) qualified No. 1 at the 11th of 20 races during the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.


 

Langdon and Kalitta have dominated the Saturday bonus race thus far, and it was the points leader who tasted success in Sonoma, getting the victory in a wild final against Clay Millican after going 4.491-seconds at 227.50-mph in his 12,000-horsepower Kalitta Air dragster.


 

Langdon pedaled the car late in the run to sneak past Millican, giving the past world champion his fourth victory in the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge. Remarkably, both Langdon and Kalitta have collected 17 championship bonus points in the Saturday specialty, but it was Langdon’s turn to shine this weekend.


 

“They told me not to pedal. I did, and the first thought that came to my mind was that I was going to be in so much trouble. But at the end of the day, it’s good to get another Mission Foods #2Fast2Tasty win, which continues that success on Saturday,” Langdon said.

 

“It’s the consistency of what the Kalitta group has done the last couple years of going arounds on Sundays and taking advantage of opportunities and being able to be in the Mission Foods #2Fast2Tasty on Saturday, and then just kind of, no pun intended, chipping away at it.”


 

Kalitta easily held on to the No. 1 spot for the third time this season thanks to Friday’s 3.714 at 337.07 in his 12,000-horsepower Aflac dragster. Langdon is second with a 3.714 at 336.49 and Tony Stewart qualified third after going 3.736 at 333.91 on Friday. Kalitta, the defending event winner and reigning world champion, has been special in Sonoma over the years and he’ll look for a Top Fuel-best seventh win in wine country on Sunday, opening eliminations against Millican.


 

“That was a great run for us. The thing just stayed straight and didn’t smoke the tires. It’s pretty tricky out there right now and I hope my guys have got a handle on that thing for tomorrow, but so far, so good,” Kalitta said. “We’ll just keep our heads down and try to get to the final. This is a real special place for me and really hope we can get something going tomorrow.”


 

The final of the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge in Funny Car was also a wild one, as Capps skated past Jack Beckman in the final round with a run of 4.429 at 225.03 in his 12,000-horsepower NAPA Auto Care Toyota GR Supra.


 

Both Capps and Beckman ran into trouble late in the run, but Capps pedaled it and slipped past his former teammate in an enjoyable duel for the fans. It is Capps’ first victory of the season in the bonus race and doing it at his home track in Sonoma meant even a little more for the Funny Car points leader and three-time world champion.


 

“As I said earlier, Guido [crew chief Dean Antonelli] is not going to be happy. I'm not looking forward to walking into the trailer because while it's great money that Mission Foods puts up for this and the points are incredible, it could have been expensive. Guido would have been like, ‘You won $10,000, but if you had blown the body off it would have been $110,000. Thankfully that didn’t happen,” Capps said.

 

“I was just thinking about getting to the finish line first, and I didn't know that [Beckman] was doing the same thing over there, getting sideways. I can't wait to watch it. It’s got to be pretty epic to watch.”


 

Vandergriff’s impressive Friday run of 3.849 at 332.43 in his 12,000-horsepower Cornwell Tools Chevrolet SS handed the Funny Car newcomer his second top qualifier in his career. His John Force Racing teammate, Jack Beckman, took second with a 3.873 at 333.16 and Daniel Wilkerson qualified third thanks to a 3.899 at 327.66. Vandergriff will open eliminations against Jason Rupert and is full of confidence after making a strong run of 3.931 at 329.99 to close out qualifying on Saturday.

 

“We made some wholesale changes after Norwalk and they seem to be working out. We can push it a little bit and we’ve been really good these last three sessions,” Vandergriff said. “I think we’ve got a hot rod this weekend and it’s been a great weekend for us thus far. I love racing here.”

 

In Pro Stock, Dallas Glenn grabbed his third victory in the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge, defeating Norwalk winner Aaron Stanfield in the final round with a run of 6.526 at 210.14 in his RAD Torque Systems Chevrolet Camaro.

 

It’s been a unique weekend in the category and Glenn admitted the car quite hasn’t been at its best, but he was thrilled with the victory and the potential to double-up with his first career win in Sonoma.

 

“Honestly, I felt like when I left and the whole run, it felt better than a 6.52. I was hoping to see a 6.51 or even a 6.50 out there. I feel like we're not where we should be, especially compared to last year,” Glenn said.

 

“I know we were really fast last year and it's hard to compare to that, but I feel like we should just be at least a couple of hundredths faster, especially looking at the weather and corrected numbers. Still, it’s good to win one of these [Mission Challenge events] and I hope we can do the same tomorrow. I really like the diamond [75th anniversary] Wally.”

 

Chris Vang stayed atop the field to earn a monumental first in his career, taking his first No. 1 qualifier thanks to Friday’s 6.498 at 209.04 in his Prestige Trailers Chevrolet Camaro. Rookie Cody Anderson took second with a 6.499 at 210.54 and Erica Enders qualified third on the strength of Friday’s 6.503 at 211.33.

 

For Vang, he also nets the $2,000 GESi Pro Stock No. 1 qualifier bonus, a day after getting $2,500 for the Deecell After Dark Low Qualifier bonus. He’ll open raceday against Mason McGaha, looking for his first career win.

 

“We’ve got good power down low and a good setup,” Vang said. “It takes a whole team to get this done.”

 

Eliminations for the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge begin at 11 a.m. PT on Sunday at Sonoma Raceway.

SONOMA, Calif. -- Sunday's first-round pairings for eliminations for the 38th annual DENSO Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway, the 11th of 20 events in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.

Pairings based on results in qualifying, which ended Saturday. DNQs listed below pairings.


 

Top Fuel -- 1. Doug Kalitta, 3.714 seconds, 337.07 mph vs. 14. Clay Millican, 4.203, 206.16; 2. Shawn Langdon, 3.714, 336.49 vs. 13. Will Smith, 3.840, 326.32; 3. Billy Torrence, 3.726, 336.57 vs. 12. Shawn Reed, 3.806, 331.12; 4. Tony Stewart, 3.736, 333.91 vs. 11. Justin Ashley, 3.799, 334.32; 5. Tony Schumacher, 3.744, 323.19 vs. 10. Antron Brown, 3.784, 324.59; 6. Maddi Gordon, 3.751, 336.49 vs. 9. Leah Pruett, 3.772,

327.98; 7. Jasmine Salinas, 3.751, 331.77 vs. 8. Josh Hart, 3.763, 336.82.


 

Funny Car -- 1. Jordan Vandergriff, Chevy Camaro, 3.849, 332.43 vs. 16. Jason Rupert, Ford Mustang, 4.048, 316.67; 2. Jack Beckman, Camaro, 3.873, 333.16 vs. 15. Jeff Arend, Dodge Charger, 4.019, 315.27; 3. Daniel Wilkerson, Mustang, 3.899, 327.66 vs. 14. Hunter Green, Charger, 4.006, 320.97; 4. Ron Capps, Toyota GR Supra, 3.900, 330.07 vs. 13. Austin Prock, Mustang, 3.980, 322.19; 5. Chad Green, Mustang, 3.903,

325.69 vs. 12. Paul Lee, Charger, 3.975, 326.48; 6. Spencer Hyde, Mustang, 3.915, 325.92 vs. 11. Dave Richards, Mustang, 3.966, 329.50; 7. Alexis DeJoria, Camaro, 3.917, 330.80 vs. 10. Cruz Pedregon, Charger, 3.952, 327.82; 8. Matt Hagan, Charger, 3.934, 330.31 vs. 9. J.R. Todd, GR Supra, 3.939, 332.10.

Did Not Qualify: 17. Tim Gibbons, 4.081, 297.55; 18. Dylan Winefsky, 4.450, 196.93.


 

Pro Stock -- 1. Chris Vang, Chevy Camaro, 6.498, 209.88 vs. 16. Mason McGaha, Camaro, 6.564, 210.57; 2. Cody Anderson, Camaro, 6.499, 210.67 vs. 15. Troy Coughlin Jr., Camaro, 6.549, 211.36; 3. Erica Enders, Camaro, 6.503, 211.33 vs. 14. Kenny Delco, Camaro, 6.545, 210.21; 4. Matt Hartford, Camaro, 6.511, 211.30 vs. 13. Jeg Coughlin, Camaro, 6.533, 210.73; 5. Shane Tucker, Camaro, 6.516, 212.96 vs. 12. Stephen Bell,

Camaro, 6.530, 210.54; 6. Matt Latino, Camaro, 6.516, 211.26 vs. 11. Greg Anderson, Camaro, 6.522, 210.41; 7. Dallas Glenn, Camaro, 6.517, 211.16 vs. 10. Eric Latino, Camaro, 6.520, 210.97; 8. Greg Stanfield, Camaro, 6.520, 211.13 vs. 9. Aaron Stanfield, Camaro, 6.520, 210.80.

Did Not Qualify: 17. Joey Grose, 6.568, 208.62; 18. Alan Prusiensky, 6.626, 208.49.


 

SONOMA, Calif. -- Saturday's final results from the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge at the 38th annual DENSO Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway.


 

Top Fuel Challenge -- Shawn Langdon, 4.491 seconds, 227.50 mph def. Clay Millican, 4.646 seconds, 170.26 mph.


 

Funny Car Challenge -- Ron Capps, Toyota GR Supra, 4.429, 225.03 def. Jack Beckman, Chevy Camaro, 4.865, 159.19.


 

Pro Stock Challenge -- Dallas Glenn, Chevy Camaro, 6.526, 210.14 def. Aaron Stanfield, Camaro, 6.537, 210.54.


 

SONOMA, Calif. -- Final round-by-round results from the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge at the 38th annual DENSO Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway.


 

MISSION #2FAST2TASTY NHRA TOP FUEL CHALLENGE:


 

ROUND ONE -- Clay Millican, 4.274, 195.68 def. Antron Brown, 4.796, 177.60; Shawn Langdon, 3.913, 252.38 def. Maddi Gordon, 5.078, 138.48;

FINAL -- S. Langdon, 4.491, 227.50 def. C. Millican, 4.646, 170.26.


 

MISSION #2FAST2TASTY NHRA FUNNY CAR CHALLENGE:


 

ROUND ONE -- Jack Beckman, Chevy Camaro, 3.951, 318.92 def. Austin Prock, Ford Mustang, 4.081, 274.83; Ron Capps, Toyota GR Supra, 3.941, 329.26 def. Alexis DeJoria, Camaro, 4.860, 161.34;

FINAL -- R. Capps, 4.429, 225.03 def. J. Beckman, 4.865, 159.19.


 

MISSION #2FAST2TASTY NHRA PRO STOCK CHALLENGE:


 

ROUND ONE -- Aaron Stanfield, Chevy Camaro, 6.524, 210.80 def. Kenny Delco, Camaro, 6.545, 210.21; Dallas Glenn, Camaro, 6.526, 211.16 def. Matt Hartford, Camaro, 6.517, 209.79;

FINAL -- D. Glenn, 6.526, 210.14 def. A. Stanfield, 6.537, 210.54.


 

-NHRA-

 

GAIGE HERRERA DOMINATES EN ROUTE TO GETTRX PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE ALL-STAR CALLOUT WIN


 

SONOMA, Calif. (July 18, 2026) – Two-time Pro Stock Motorcycle world champion Gaige Herrera put together a dominant Saturday at Sonoma Raceway, rolling to the victory over teammate Richard Gadson in the final round of the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout.


 

The single-day bonus race took place on Saturday after two time trial runs on Friday and Herrera was on another level over three rounds on his RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Suzuki, going 6.689-seconds at 202.15 mph.


 

Herrera won the $25,000 prize handed to the Callout winner and he was nearly untouchable in the three rounds of eliminations, making a trio of runs in the 6.60s to win the GETTRX All-Star Callout for the second time in his career. The first came in 2023 during the inaugural Callout race for Pro Stock Motorcycle.


 

“It felt like I was back in 2023, you know,” Herrera said. “We burned the clutch up on the first run, but after that, it was like 2023 where we had the fastest bike in the field. Previously, I had not had good luck at this racetrack, so this is a big win.

 

“We came here with a brand new motor, broke it in, and everything just clicked. I came to the track this morning, and I said, ‘I'm going to [JH1] win today’. That’s just the mentality you come here with and it worked out in my favor. I haven't had that feeling in a long time and to come out here and get the win, that’s what means the most to all of us.”

 

In the opening round, Herrera, who had the first pick of opponents, got past Steve Johnson with an incredible run of 6.665 at 202.76. That set up a semifinal matchup with Maryland winner Angie Smith, but Herrera was again impressive, going 6.687 at 202.45 to advance to the final round.


 

Gadson left first with a strong .028 reaction time, but Herrera quickly tracked him down and rode off with another dominant performance en route to the victory.


 

“We were really quick, so I felt like I was the only one that could screw it up, but that didn’t happen. I gave away the last two finals to Richard, so I wasn’t about to give him a third,” Herrera said.


 

Gadson took down Chase Van Sant and Jianna Evaristo to reach the Callout final round for a second straight year.


 

The Pro Stock Motorcycle category returns to action at the world’s biggest drag race, the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, which takes place Sept. 2-7 at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.


 

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GETTRX NHRA PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE ALL-STAR CALLOUT :


 

ROUND ONE -- Angie Smith, Buell, 6.691, 203.22 def. John Hall, 6.770, 199.43; Jianna Evaristo, Buell,

6.723, 200.08 def. Matt Smith, Buell, 6.703, 202.24; Richard Gadson, Suzuki, 6.716, 201.10 def. Chase

Van Sant, Suzuki, 6.824, 197.94; Gaige Herrera, Suzuki, 6.665, 202.76 def. Steve Johnson, Suzuki,

6.802, 193.96;

SEMIFINALS -- R. Gadson, 6.782, 200.71 def. J. Evaristo, 6.832, 198.90; G. Herrera, 6.687, 202.45

def. A. Smith, 6.737, 201.88;

FINAL -- G. Herrera, 6.689, 202.15 def. R. Gadson, 6.795, 198.73.


 

-NHRA-

 

 

 

 

VANDERGRIFF, KALITTA & VANG ROLL TO PROVISIONAL NO. 1 SPOTS, GET DEECELL AFTER DARK LOW QUALIFIER BONUS AT DENSO NHRA SONOMA NATIONALS


 

SONOMA, Calif. (July 17, 2026) – Funny Car’s Jordan Vandergriff made the quickest Funny Car run of the 2026 season on Friday in front of a huge Sonoma Raceway crowd, taking the provisional No. 1 qualifier spot for John Force Racing at the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge.


 

Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel) and Chris Vang (Pro Stock) are also the provisional No. 1 qualifiers in Sonoma at the 11th of 20 races during the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. After an oildown during the second Top Fuel session, racing was called for the night due to curfew.


 

Selections were also made in the opening round of the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout. Top seed Gaige Herrera selected Steve Johnson, Richard Gadson picked Chase Van Sant, reigning Callout winner Matt Smith chose Jianna Evaristo, setting Angie Smith and John Hall as the final pair.


 

Vandergriff went 3.849-seconds at 332.43 mph in his 12,000-horsepower Cornwell Tools Chevrolet SS to also collect the $4,000 Deecell After Dark Low Qualifier bonus.

 

Remarkably, Vandergriff kicked off the epic night session as part of the first pair, making an incredible run just as the sun was setting. But the rest of the field couldn’t top the John Force Racing standout, putting Vandergriff in position to pick up his second career No. 1 qualifier.

 

Currently fifth in points, Vandergriff has enjoyed a strong first Funny Car season, but Friday’s run with a massive crowd on hand certainly one of the highlights for him.

 

“To be the quickest Funny Car of the year so far is a huge accomplishment, especially with how competitive this class is. And I’m a rookie—I don’t even know what I’m doing yet,” Vandergriff said. “We fumbled a little in Q1, but I knew we had something figured out. The early numbers looked really good, so I believed we were going to run quick no matter when we went down the track.


 

“I knew the team wanted to push a little. We’ve run well this year, we’ve won a race, we’ve qualified No. 1 before, but we hadn’t really leaned on it. Tonight we did. I knew we were going to run well. I just didn’t know we were going to run that good.”

 

Vandergriff’s teammate, Jack Beckman, went 3.873 at 333.16 to sit second and Daniel Wilkerson is right behind in third after going 3.899 at 327.66.

 

In Top Fuel, Kalitta made the quickest run in the opening qualifying session on speed, edging teammate Shawn Langdon with a run of 3.714 at 337.07 in his 12,000-horsepower Aflac dragster for Kalitta Motorsports.

 

The reigning world champion also picked up the $4,000 Deecell After Dark Low Qualifier bonus for the second straight year as he looks to pick up his third No. 1 qualifier of the year.

 

Kalitta has always run well at Sonoma, with his six wins – including a victory last year – leading the way in the Top Fuel ranks.

 

“That first run was definitely a close one. At the time, you don’t realize it’s going to hold up, but it was enough to get us the No. 1 spot,” Kalitta said. “It was disappointing not to get the second session in. Alan Johnson definitely didn’t have that car tuned to run a 3.71 — we were planning to throw down something even quicker.

 

“Tomorrow’s conditions should be just as good, maybe even better. I think we’ll have a chance to improve on those numbers. It’s Sonoma, one of my favorite tracks. Every time we go up there, we’re trying to do the best job we can.”

 

Points leader Langdon is second with a 3.714 at 336.49 and Tony Stewart is third after going 3.736 at 333.91.

 

In a stunning turn of events in Pro Stock, Chris Vang performed better than an impressive list of event winners and world champions on Friday in Sonoma, taking the provisional No. 1 spot for the first time in his career with a run of 6.498 at 209.04 in his Prestige Trailers Chevrolet Camaro.

 

It hands the young second-year racer the $2,500 Deecell After Dark Low Qualifier bonus, as well as puts him in a prime position to earn the $2,000 GESi Pro Stock No. 1 Qualifier on Saturday. That would mean a great deal to the part-time racer who is making just his fourth start of the 2026.

 

But he made the most of his opportunities on Friday in prime conditions at Sonoma, making a pair of great runs, outlasting the stars in the class to possibly pick up a massive career milestone.

 

“It’s exciting. Pretty amazing. I don’t even know how to describe it. We came in here just hoping to qualify, and now we’re sitting No. 1,” Vang said. “We knew we had something to work with after the first session. We threw a little more at it, hoping to run in the 6.50s or maybe the high .49s, and we ended up right where we wanted.


 

“This bonus helps a lot. We’re trying to run about seven more races this season, and every little bit matters for a team like ours. We didn’t get everything out of that run. It was really good, but there’s still more in it.”

 

Rookie Cody Anderson was the only other driver to dip into the 6.40s, going 6.499 at 210.54 and Erica Enders is third after a run of 6.503 at 211.33.

 

M. Smith earned the $1,500 Deecell After Dark Low Qualifier bonus in Pro Stock Motorcycle for making the quickest run during Friday’s second time trial.

 

Qualifying continues at 12 p.m. PT on Saturday at the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway. The first round of the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout begins at 11:30 a.m.

SONOMA, Calif. -- Friday's results after the first two of four rounds of qualifying for the 38th annual DENSO Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway, 11th of 20 events in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. Qualifying will continue Saturday for Sunday's final eliminations.


 

Top Fuel -- 1. Doug Kalitta, 3.714 seconds, 337.07 mph; 2. Shawn Langdon, 3.714, 336.49; 3. Tony Stewart, 3.736, 333.91; 4. Tony Schumacher, 3.744, 293.73; 5. Maddi Gordon, 3.751, 336.49; 6. Jasmine Salinas, 3.751, 331.77; 7. Josh Hart, 3.763, 336.82; 8. Leah Pruett, 3.772, 327.98; 9. Antron Brown, 3.784, 324.59; 10. Billy Torrence, 3.803, 328.06; 11. Shawn Reed, 3.850, 315.34; 12. Will Smith, 3.893, 275.73; 13. Justin Ashley,

4.122, 225.82; 14. Clay Millican, 4.203, 206.16.


 

Funny Car -- 1. Jordan Vandergriff, Chevy Camaro, 3.849, 332.43; 2. Jack Beckman, Camaro, 3.873, 333.16; 3. Daniel Wilkerson, Ford Mustang, 3.899, 327.66; 4. Ron Capps, Toyota GR Supra, 3.900, 330.07; 5. Chad Green, Mustang, 3.903, 321.12; 6. Spencer Hyde, Mustang, 3.915, 325.92; 7. Alexis DeJoria, Camaro, 3.917, 329.26; 8. Matt Hagan, Dodge Charger, 3.934, 321.81; 9. J.R. Todd, GR Supra, 3.939, 332.10; 10. Dave Richards, Mustang, 3.966, 329.50; 11. Hunter Green, Charger, 4.006, 320.97; 12. Jeff Arend, Charger, 4.019, 315.27; 13. Jason Rupert, Mustang, 4.048, 316.67; 14. Austin Prock, Mustang, 4.050, 316.52; 15. Tim Gibbons, Charger, 4.081, 297.55; 16. Paul Lee, Charger, 4.208, 219.79. 

Not Qualified: 17. Dylan Winefsky, 4.450, 196.93; 18. Cruz Pedregon, 4.452, 191.35.


 

Pro Stock -- 1. Chris Vang, Chevy Camaro, 6.498, 209.30; 2. Cody Anderson, Camaro, 6.499, 210.54; 3. Erica Enders, Camaro, 6.503, 211.33; 4. Matt Hartford, Camaro, 6.511, 211.30; 5. Shane Tucker, Camaro, 6.516, 212.16; 6. Matt Latino, Camaro, 6.516, 210.18; 7. Dallas Glenn, Camaro, 6.517, 210.97; 8. Greg Stanfield, Camaro, 6.520, 211.00; 9. Aaron Stanfield, Camaro, 6.520, 210.21; 10. Eric Latino, Camaro, 6.520, 210.18; 11. Greg Anderson, Camaro, 6.522, 210.21; 12. Stephen Bell, Camaro, 6.530, 210.54; 13. Jeg Coughlin, Camaro, 6.533, 210.21; 14. Troy Coughlin Jr., Camaro, 6.549, 210.14; 15. Kenny Delco, Camaro, 6.570, 209.82; 16. Mason McGaha, Camaro, 6.583, 210.57. 

Not Qualified: 17. Joey Grose, 6.609, 208.62; 18. Alan Prusiensky, 6.749, 204.26.
 

 

AUTODROMO OF MONTERREY BACK IN NHRA MEMBER TRACK NETWORK AS PART OF DIVISION 4

 

INDIANAPOLIS (July 18, 2026) – NHRA officials are excited to announce that Autodromo of Monterrey has returned to the NHRA Member Track Network in NHRA’s South Central Division (Division 4).

 

Located in Apodaca, Nuevo León, Mexico, Autodromo of Monterrey is a popular multi-purpose facility, one that includes a standout dragstrip. Boasting a vast history and several events each year, the track returns to the NHRA Member Track Network after previously being affiliated with NHRA.

 

NHRA officials worked closely with the facility as the partnership came together, as well as Century Prime Global, which played an important role in Autodromo of Monterrey rejoining the NHRA family.

 

"Century Prime Global is honored to represent the Autodromo of Monterrey as we help bring an international NHRA racing event to Mexico,” Century Prime Global President Rudy Gutierrez said. ”Together, we are creating a historic milestone that celebrates Mexico's rich motorsports heritage and inspires future generations to dream bigger, race faster, and make history."

 

"The Autodromo of Monterrey team is excited to become an NHRA Member Track and help write a new chapter in the history of drag racing in Mexico,” Autodromo CEO Gilberto Jimenez said.

Autodromo of Monterrey is also part of NHRA’s expansive track network outside of the United States, joining 12 international tracks in Canada, Bahrain and Puerto Rico.

 

By joining the NHRA Member Track Network, Autodromo of Monterrey will be eligible to offer racers in the area a variety of NHRA-sanctioned racing opportunities in the future, including the NHRA Summit Racing Series presented by Hoosier, the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League, NHRA Street Legal, NHRA Jr. Street and more. Additionally, the track will have the chance to host NHRA specialty events like the NHRA Summit King of the Track and more.

 

The facility will also get access to NHRA’s extensive support programs as part of the member track network, insurance benefits and national marketing platforms as they excitedly move into a new era for the facility.



"Division 4 has always represented more than just the South Central United States,” NHRA Division 4 Director Jonathan Johnson said. “It represents an international racing community. Having Autodromo of Monterrey join NHRA reinforces that commitment and opens an exciting new chapter for racers.


 

“This partnership is about more than hosting an event. It's about investing in a passionate racing community, creating new opportunities for racers and working alongside a facility that shares NHRA's commitment to delivering a first-class experience. Bringing NHRA Drag Racing back to Mexico is an exciting milestone for our racers, our fans and the future of the sport."


 

For more information on NHRA, including the 2026 schedule, visit www.nhra.com.

 

CRUZ PEDREGON CHASING FIRST SONOMA FUNNY CAR WIN IN NEARLY 30 YEARS TO GET 2026 SEASON ON TRACK


 

SONOMA, Calif. (July 16, 2026) – Two-time Funny Car world champion Cruz Pedregon has spent more than three decades competing in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and will look for his first Sonoma Raceway victory in nearly 30 years at this weekend's 38th annual DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge.


 

Pedregon, a Southern California native, pilots the 12,000-horsepower Snap-on Tools Dodge Hellcat SRT and the Funny Car veteran has many memories from the Northern California facility, including his two wins in 1996 and 1998.


 

“Sonoma is a home race for us, even though we’re from SoCal, we get great fan support up there and we’re definitely up for a win in front of the home crowd,” Pedregon said. “Like they say in real estate: location, location, location. I feel like Sonoma and all of Northern California has a great racing history going way back of not only racers but a lot of great race fans throughout that area. I’m in the twilight of my career, so it would mean a lot to punch it in again for a win.” 

The DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge will feature a full weekend of action at the 11th of 20 events in 2026, as well as NHRA 75th anniversary items like:


 

  • An appearance from legendary NHRA Top Fuel and Funny Car world champion Gary Scelzi. Scelzi is one of only three drivers in NHRA history to claim world titles in both Top Fuel (1997, 1998, 2000) and Funny Car (2005). NHRA will honor Scelzi’s accomplishments at his home track in Sonoma.
  • Brittany Force appears on the special commemorative ticket for the event following her incredible 343.16-mph run from a season ago.
  • A new-look Nitro Mall, special displays and more.


 

The 2025 DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge featured wins by Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car) and Greg Stanfield (Pro Stock). This year’s race will once again be broadcast on FS1, including eliminations at 10 p.m. ET on Sunday, July 19.


 

As part of NHRA’s 75th anniversary season, Pedregon was added to the Top 75 Driver List, joining other active NHRA greats including Tony Schumacher, Ron Capps and Greg Anderson. Also added to the list was his brother, two-time Funny Car world champion and Fox lead analyst Tony Pedregon. The prestigious list recognizes drivers for their accomplishments on and off the track, as well as their impact on the NHRA throughout their careers.


 

“I’ve never really reflected much on my career, but being a part of the Top 75 Driver List definitely brought that to light and was really a great honor to be among that group without a doubt,” Pedregon said.


 

Pedregon is looking to this weekend’s event to rejuvenate his 2026 season as the series heads into the second half of the season.


 

If Pedregon wants to earn the win at the DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge, he’ll need to get by all the big hitters in the Funny Car class. Three-time champ Ron Capps currently leads the points after picking up three wins so far in 2026, including most recently in Norwalk. Others to watch will be former champs Matt Hagan, J.R. Todd and Jack Beckman, as well as Funny Car newcomer Jordan Vandergriff and reigning champ Austin Prock, who won last year in Sonoma.


 

“Our plan is to reap the rewards from all the hard work we’ve put in so far this season,” Pedregon said. “All the runs that could have and should have been good runs. We feel we can show what we really have the second half (of the season).”


 

In the Top Fuel ranks, Shawn Langdon has dominated the season with four wins on the year. His teammate and reigning world champ Doug Kalitta won the DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge last season over Antron Brown.


 

Last year’s Pro Stock final was a family affair, as Greg Stanfield defeated his son, Aaron, in the final round. A. Stanfield has two wins on the year in 2026, while reigning world champion Dallas Glenn currently leads the points with his KB Titan Racing teammate and six-time world champion Greg Anderson in second.


 

In Pro Stock Motorcycle, a $25,000 prize on the line for the winner of the one-day GETTRX All-Star Callout on Saturday. Matt Smith is the defending Callout winner, while the eight-bike field this year includes Gaige Herrera, Richard Gadson, Smith, Angie Smith, John Hall, Jianna Evaristo, Chase Van Sant and Steve Johnson.


 

The event also features thrilling competition in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and the popular Top the Cops exhibition race.


 

Sonoma race fans can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce and celebrate each of the drivers racing for the prestigious Wally on Sunday and the SealMaster Track Walk. After racing finishes on Sunday, fans are invited to congratulate and celebrate with event winners. Fans always get an exclusive pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet and can visit Manufacturers Midway, featuring displays, merchandise, food and fun.


 

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying will feature two rounds at 4:55 and 6:55 p.m. PT on Friday, July 17, and the final two rounds on Saturday, July 18 at 11:45 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Final eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. PT on Sunday, July 19.


 

The first round of the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout takes place at 11:15 a.m. PT on Saturday, with the semifinals at 1:30 p.m. and the finals at 3:40 p.m. Television coverage of the Callout begins at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday on FS1.


 

Television coverage includes the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on FS1. Elimination coverage begins at 10 p.m. ET on FS1 on Sunday.


 

To purchase tickets to the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, fans can visit www.sonomaraceway.com or call 800-870-7223. For more information about NHRA, visit www.nhra.com.

 

 

TOP FUEL’S MADDI GORDON RIDING HIGH AFTER FIRST WIN HEADING TO DENSO NHRA SONOMA NATIONALS


 

SONOMA, Calif. (July 14, 2026) – As if Maddi Gordon wouldn’t have been excited enough to race at Sonoma Raceway for this weekend’s 38th annual DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge, the Top Fuel rookie sensation has the added thrill of being the most recent event winner on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour.


 

Of course, that was Gordon’s first career Top Fuel win, getting the incredible victory in just her 10th professional start for Ron Capps Motorsports. Since then, Gordon and NHRA have been off for two weeks, meaning she’s more than ready to get back to racing.


 

Norwalk will be hard to top, as her boss, Funny Car points leader Ron Capps, and her father, past Top Alcohol Funny Car world champ Doug Gordon, both won on the same day, but M. Gordon can’t wait to see what she can accomplish in her 12,000-horsepower Carlyle Tools dragster in Sonoma, which has long been regarded as one of the fastest and most popular facilities on the NHRA tour.


 

“What a crazy couple of weeks it’s been in the Gordon household, but crazy in the best way possible,” Gordon said. “I’m very grateful we had these few weeks to really be able to soak in the win to the fullest extent, and I’m glad the team was able to enjoy the break. I’ve been on cloud nine, but even still, I’ve been itching to get back to the track.

 

“My sister will be competing in Super Comp and Top Dragster as well. This is one of two races where we’ll be racing at the same national event, so I can’t wait to support her, support my family, and get back to one of the fastest tracks on tour.”

The DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge will feature a full weekend of action at the 11th of 20 events in 2026, as well as NHRA 75th anniversary items like:


 

  • An appearance from legendary NHRA Top Fuel and Funny Car world champion Gary Scelzi. Scelzi is one of only three drivers in NHRA history to claim world titles in both Top Fuel (1997, 1998, 2000) and Funny Car (2005). NHRA will honor Scelzi’s accomplishments at his home track in Sonoma.

  • Brittany Force appears on the special commemorative ticket for the event following her incredible 343.16-mph run from a season ago.

  • A new-look Nitro Mall, special displays and more.


 

The 2025 DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge featured wins by Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car) and Greg Stanfield (Pro Stock). This year’s race will once again be broadcast on FS1, including eliminations at 10 p.m. ET on Sunday, July 19.

 

The victory in Norwalk continued Gordon’s magnificent rookie season, as she moved to fourth in points in the loaded Top Fuel category, behind only Epping winner Leah Pruett, reigning world champ Kalitta and points leader Shawn Langdon, who has four wins and holds a commanding advantage.

 

Others to watch this weekend include 2026 event winners Tony Stewart and Antron Brown, as well as Justin Ashley, Clay Millican and Tony Schumacher.

 

Gordon, though, has proven the moment isn’t too big for her as she looks for another huge weekend in Sonoma. It all starts with the epic night qualifying session on Friday, which includes the Deecell Power Systems “After Dark Low Qualifier” bonus, offering up $4,000 to the driver who lights up the scoreboard with the quickest run under the lights.

 

“The race track is my happy place; it’s my element and where I feel at home,” Gordon said. “I can’t wait to get back into my Carlyle Tools dragster and make some fast passes, especially since we’re headed to Sonoma, which is one of my home tracks. We’ll have a lot of friends and family out there this weekend.

 

“The Friday night nitro session under the Sonoma Raceway lights is legendary, and I’m excited to be a part of it this year. I just cannot wait to get back out there this weekend and strap back into our mean green hot rod.”


 

Two-time reigning Funny Car champion Prock won for the first time in Sonoma last season, defeating 2025 Rookie of the Year Spencer Hyde. Prock currently has one win on the season from Maryland while three-time world champ Ron Capps leads the points, with three wins so far in 2026.


 

Last year’s Pro Stock final was a family affair, as Greg Stanfield defeated his son, Aaron, in the final round. A. Stanfield has two wins on the year in 2026, while reigning world champion Dallas Glenn currently leads the points with his KB Titan Racing teammate and six-time world champion Greg Anderson in second.


 

In Pro Stock Motorcycle, a $25,000 prize on the line for the winner of the one-day GETTRX All-Star Callout on Saturday. Matt Smith is the defending Callout winner, while the eight-bike field this year includes Gaige Herrera, Richard Gadson, Smith, Angie Smith, John Hall, Jianna Evaristo, Chase Van Sant and Steve Johnson.


 

The event also features thrilling competition in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and the popular Top the Cops exhibition race.


 

Sonoma race fans can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce and celebrate each of the drivers racing for the prestigious Wally on Sunday and the SealMaster Track Walk. After racing finishes on Sunday, fans are invited to congratulate and celebrate with event winners. Fans always get an exclusive pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet and can visit Manufacturers Midway, featuring displays, merchandise, food and fun.


 

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying will feature two rounds at 4:55 and 6:55 p.m. PT on Friday, July 17, and the final two rounds on Saturday, July 18 at 11:45 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Final eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. PT on Sunday, July 19.


 

The first round of the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout takes place at 11:15 a.m. PT on Saturday, with the semifinals at 1:30 p.m. and the finals at 3:40 p.m. Television coverage of the Callout begins at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday on FS1.


 

Television coverage includes the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on FS1. Elimination coverage begins at 10 p.m. ET on FS1 on Sunday.


 

To purchase tickets to the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, fans can visit www.sonomaraceway.com or call 800-870-7223. For more information about NHRA, visit www.nhra.com.


 


 

 

 

NHRA AND ARP TEAM UP ON BAD LUCK PROGRAM FOR LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES DRIVERS

 

INDIANAPOLIS (July 10, 2026) – NHRA and ARP have teamed up on a unique “Bad Luck Program,” which was created to offer assistance for racers in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series who run into bad luck during a national event.

 

The program started last month in Maryland and will continue at each NHRA national event during NHRA’s 75th anniversary season in 2026.

 

ARP will award a sportsman racer in each category who endures some bad luck during the race weekend. From losing a close race on an exceptional package to a .001 red light to some misfortune with the car or race trailer, ARP will aim to take care of a driver in each Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series category who didn’t have the greatest fortune during each national event.

 

To be eligible, racers must run an ARP contingency decal.

 

“The ‘Bad Luck Bonus’ is ARP trying to take care of everyone,” ARP’s Rick Feaster said. “Contingency is generally taking care of the winners and runners-up. We would like to take care of racers, win or lose. Many racers display decals without getting anything back. We recognize you’re doing your part by flying our decal. We sincerely thank all of you.”

 

For more information on NHRA, including the full 2026 75th anniversary schedule, visit www.nhra.com.


 

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DEECELL AFTER DARK LOW QUALIFIER BONUS SET FOR CAN’T-MISS NIGHT SESSION IN SONOMA

  

SONOMA, Calif. (July 9, 2026) – Regarded as one of the most spectacular night sessions on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour, the can’t-miss night session on Friday, July 17 at Sonoma Raceway will have added incentive with the Deecell Power Systems “After Dark Low Qualifier” bonus.


 

The bonus money will go to the low qualifiers in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock as part of the DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge, enhancing an already epic weekend.


 

Pro Stock opens the Deecell “After Dark Low Qualifier” festivities Friday at 6:55 p.m. PT, with the 12,000-horsepower, 340-mph nitro categories set to put on a show under the lights at 8:10 p.m. The top qualifier of that session will earn bonus money in each class, with the low qualifier in Top Fuel and Funny Car earning $4,000 each. The Pro Stock low qualifier will get $2,500, while the best Pro Stock Motorcycle run during a final test pass in preparation for Saturday’s GETTRX All-Star Callout will get $1,500.

 

Combined, it creates an enticing element to what is always an ultimate throwdown session and an incredible atmosphere in Sonoma.

 

A year ago, Brittany Force dazzled the huge crowd with a record speed run at the time, going 3.645-seconds at 343.16 mph. With a festive scene and an electric atmosphere on hand – as well as the added bonus – there could be something special in the works for Friday in Sonoma.


 

“One of the best parts of last season was seeing how much excitement the After Dark Low Qualifier bonus created on Friday night in Seattle. The response from the racers and fans made bringing it to Sonoma an easy decision. Sonoma is one of the premier stops on the NHRA tour and Friday night under the lights is always one of the highlights of the weekend. It’s pretty exciting to know we play a small part in adding to the overall experience for fans and giving the racers one more thing to compete for,” said Andrew Moeck, founder of Deecell Power Systems.


 

The DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge will also feature a full weekend of action in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock – as well as the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle Callout. Following Friday, fans get to see two rounds of qualifying on Saturday, along with the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge, and eliminations on Sunday.


 

It is the 11th of 20 events during NHRA’s 75th anniversary season, as the weekend will also feature the following highlights:


 

  • An appearance from legendary NHRA Top Fuel and Funny Car world champion Gary Scelzi. Scelzi is one of only three drivers in NHRA history to claim world titles in both Top Fuel (1997, 1998, 2000) and Funny Car (2005). NHRA will honor Scelzi’s accomplishments at his home track in Sonoma.
  • Brittany Force appears on the special commemorative ticket for the event following her incredible 343.16-mph run from a season ago.
  • A new-look Nitro Mall, special displays and more.


 

The 2025 DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge featured wins by Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car) and Greg Stanfield (Pro Stock). This year’s race will once again be broadcast on FS1, including eliminations at 10 p.m. ET on Sunday, July 19.


 

Reigning Top Fuel world champion Kalitta is the winningest driver in class history at Sonoma Raceway with six wins. His teammate Shawn Langdon has dominated this season and currently leads the points. Others to watch will be four-time champ Antron Brown, Leah Pruett, Tony Stewart, Josh Hart and Norwalk winner Maddi Gordon.


 

Two-time reigning Funny Car champion Austin Prock won for the first time in Sonoma last season, defeating 2025 Rookie of the Year Spencer Hyde. Prock currently has one win on the season from Maryland while three-time world champ Ron Capps leads the points, with three wins so far in 2026.


 

Last year’s Pro Stock final was a family affair, as Greg Stanfield defeated his son, Aaron, in the final round. A. Stanfield has two wins on the year in 2026, while reigning world champion Dallas Glenn currently leads the points with his KB Titan Racing teammate and six-time world champion Greg Anderson in second.


 

The event also features thrilling competition in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and the popular Top the Cops exhibition race.


 

Sonoma race fans can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce and celebrate each of the drivers racing for the prestigious Wally on Sunday and the SealMaster Track Walk. After racing finishes on Sunday, fans are invited to congratulate and celebrate with event winners. Fans always get an exclusive pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet and can visit Manufacturers Midway, featuring displays, merchandise, food and fun.


 

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying will feature two rounds at 4:55 and 6:55 p.m. PT on Friday, July 17, and the final two rounds on Saturday, July 18 at 11:45 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Final eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. PT on Sunday, July 19.


 

The first round of the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout takes place at 11:15 a.m. PT on Saturday, with the semifinals at 1:30 p.m. and the finals at 3:40 p.m. Television coverage of the Callout begins at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday on FS1.


 

Television coverage of the event includes the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on FS1. Elimination coverage begins at 10 p.m. ET on FS1 on Sunday.


 

To purchase tickets to the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, fans can visit www.sonomaraceway.com or call 800-870-7223. For more information about NHRA, visit www.nhra.com.

 

 

 

NHRA RELEASES FIRST FOUR DATES FOR 2027 SCHEDULE WITH WINTERNATIONALS SET FOR OPENER

 

Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to traditional schedule, starting in Pomona to kick off season-long “50 Years of Force” celebration

 

INDIANAPOLIS (July 8, 2026) – A return to NHRA’s traditional schedule, the start of a season-long celebration honoring one of the NHRA’s greatest legends and four iconic events will make up the opening of the 2027 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.

 

NHRA officials announced today that the 2027 campaign – and NHRA’s 76th season – will feature a nod to its roots, opening with the 67th annual NHRA Winternationals on Feb. 18-21 at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip and continuing with races in Phoenix, Gainesville and Charlotte.

 

The opener in Pomona will feature the launch of the season-long “50 Years of Force” celebration, which will honor NHRA’s winningest star, legendary 16-time Funny Car world champion John Force. The epic festivities will open at Force’s home track in Southern California, while also returning to the traditional date and starting spot for the NHRA Mission Series Drag Racing Series.

 

"There is something special about beginning an NHRA season in Pomona," NHRA President Glen Cromwell said. "It's one of the most iconic venues in our sport and a place where so much history has been made. Returning to this traditional schedule allows us to honor our roots as we begin to celebrate one of the most remarkable figures in motorsports at John’s home track in Pomona. We’re very excited about these first four races of 2027, which will be another special year in NHRA history.”

 

The full schedule for the 2027 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, as well as details for the “50 Years of Force” celebrations, will be released in the coming weeks.

 

Following Pomona, teams will head to fan-favorite Firebird Motorsports Park the following weekend, with the 42nd annual FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs set to take place Feb. 26-28.

 

That also marks a return to an earlier date for the annual race in Phoenix, giving the strong area fanbase an early opportunity to take in the “Duel in the Desert.”

 

After the back-to-back race weekends to open 2027, race teams will have an off week before one of the biggest annual events of the year, the 58th annual NHRA Gatornationals. The traditional East Coast opener is set for March 11-14, also serving as the opening race of the season in Pro Stock Motorcycle.

 

The sport’s biggest spectacle will see an earlier date in 2027 as well, as the popular 17th annual NHRA 4-Wide Nationals – and the nearly 50,000-horsepower that accompanies NHRA’s most unique thrill ride – will roar to life on April 2-4 at zMAX Dragway in Charlotte. That bumps the schedule for the annual stop at the “Bellagio of Dragstrips” up three weeks, giving fans the chance to get their four-wide fix in early April and as the next event after a massive weekend in Gainesville.


 

Celebrating 50 Years of John Force



The 2027 season will feature a special yearlong tribute recognizing Force's remarkable 50-year journey in NHRA competition. After his debut in the 1970s, Force went on to become one of the most successful and recognizable figures in motorsports history, earning 157 national event victories, 16 Funny Car world championships and countless milestones that helped shape NHRA Drag Racing.



The celebration will officially begin at the Winternationals in Pomona, Force's home track and where he won 17 times, and continue at every race next year.

 

“John Force's impact on NHRA extends far beyond his championships and race wins,” Cromwell said. “For 50 years, he has been one of the sport's greatest ambassadors, helping introduce generations of fans to NHRA Drag Racing. It will be a huge thrill to start the season at his home track to kick off 2027 in a big way."

 

For more information on NHRA, please visit www.nhra.com.

FIRST FOUR: 2027 NHRA Mission Foods Racing Series Season

 

“50 Years of Force”

 

Feb. 18-21: 67th annual NHRA Winternationals, In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip, Pomona, Calif.

 

Feb. 26-28: 42nd annual FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs, Firebird Motorsports Park, Phoenix

 

March 11-14: 58th annual NHRA Gatornationals, Gainesville Raceway, Gainesville, Fl.

 

April 2-4: 17th annual NHRA 4-Wide Nationals, zMAX Dragway, Charlotte

 

To purchase or renew tickets, please visit www.nhra.com/tickets

 

 

 

GETTRX PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE ALL-STAR CALLOUT RETURNS TO DENSO NHRA SONOMA NATIONALS


 

SONOMA, Calif. (July 7, 2026) – Eight of the top stars in NHRA’s Pro Stock Motorcycle category are headed west to Sonoma Raceway to compete in the GETTRX NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout on Saturday, July 18, as part of the 38th annual DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge.


 

The unique callout style event will pit eight top riders in the class against each other, with two-time world champion Gaige Herrera getting the first pick. Herrera is seeded first, followed in order by reigning world champ Richard Gadson, defending event winner Matt Smith, Angie Smith, John Hall, Jianna Evaristo, Chase Van Sant and Steve Johnson.


 

Gadson is the most recent winner on the NHRA tour, winning in Norwalk and has big hopes – and a little revenge – after going just -.001 red in last year’s Callout final against six-time world champ M. Smith in Sonoma.


 

“I remember every pass and I remember every loss,” Gadson said. “Last year, in Sonoma, I had the best bike. I went .001 red and the finals to Matt. I'm remembering that. So, I'm going to go there and the lights are hopefully going to be green. Right now, I feel like I have a really good bike.”


 

Smith, who is slated to return to action after sitting out the last two events following surgery, has dominated the specialty race and is after his third straight GETTRX NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout win. He’ll be the third rider to make a pick – if he isn’t called out by either of the Vance & Hines teammates.


 

With a $25,000 prize on the line for the winner of the one-day race, the eight riders will be ready. As part of a unique weekend, the Callout riders will only compete on Saturday, making test runs on Friday leading into the main event. Sunday’s eliminations of the DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge will feature Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock.


 

The first round of the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout takes place at 11:15 a.m. PT on Saturday, with the semifinals at 1:30 p.m. and the finals at 3:30 p.m. Television coverage of the Callout begins at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday on FS1.


 

“I'm not known for having the fastest motorcycle,” said Gadson. “But I have a really good motorcycle and when I'm on, I’m on. You have to get there in front of me. So, to go to Sonoma for a lot of money, I feel good about it. I feel like we're in a good window right now and I got a shot at the All-Star Callout, so we’re going to give it a try.”


 

The DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge will feature a full weekend of action in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock at the 11th of 20 events in 2026. NHRA’s 75th anniversary season will also feature the following in Sonoma:


 

  • An appearance from legendary NHRA Top Fuel and Funny Car world champion Gary Scelzi. Scelzi is one of only three drivers in NHRA history to claim world titles in both Top Fuel (1997, 1998, 2000) and Funny Car (2005). NHRA will honor Scelzi’s accomplishments at his home track in Sonoma.
  • Brittany Force appears on the special commemorative ticket for the event following her incredible 343.16-mph run from a season ago.
  • A new-look Nitro Mall, special displays and more.


 

The 2025 DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge featured wins by Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car) and Greg Stanfield (Pro Stock). This year’s race will once again be broadcast on FS1, including eliminations at 10 p.m. ET on Sunday, July 19.


 

Reigning Top Fuel world champion Kalitta is the winningest driver in class history at Sonoma Raceway with six wins. His teammate Shawn Langdon has dominated this season and currently leads the points. Others to watch will be four-time champ Antron Brown, Epping winner Leah Pruett, Winternationals winner Tony Stewart, Gainesville winner Josh Hart, and Norwalk winner and rookie standout Maddi Gordon.


 

Two-time reigning Funny Car champion Austin Prock won for the first time in Sonoma last season, defeating 2025 Rookie of the Year Spencer Hyde. Prock currently has one win on the season from Maryland while three-time world champ Ron Capps leads the points, with three wins so far in 2026.


 

Last year’s Pro Stock final was a family affair, as Greg Stanfield defeated his son, Aaron, in the final round. A. Stanfield has two wins on the year in 2026, while reigning world champion Dallas Glenn currently leads the points with his KB Titan Racing teammate and six-time world champion Greg Anderson in second.


 

The event also features thrilling competition in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and the popular Top the Cops exhibition race.


 

Sonoma race fans can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce and celebrate each of the drivers racing for the prestigious Wally on Sunday and the SealMaster Track Walk. After racing finishes on Sunday, fans are invited to congratulate and celebrate with event winners. Fans always get an exclusive pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet and can visit Manufacturers Midway, featuring displays, merchandise, food and fun.


 

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying will feature two rounds at 4:55 and 6:55 p.m. PT on Friday, July 17, and the final two rounds on Saturday, July 18 at 11:45 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Final eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. PT on Sunday, July 19.


 

Television coverage includes the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on FS1. Elimination coverage begins at 10 p.m. ET on FS1 on Sunday.


 

To purchase tickets to the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, fans can visit www.sonomaraceway.com or call 800-870-7223. For more information about NHRA, visit www.nhra.com.

 

SEATTLE SET FOR HIGH-STAKES MUCKLESHOOT CASINO RESORT NHRA NORTHWEST NATIONALS


 

SEATTLE (July 7, 2026) – As the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series enters its final stretch of the regular season, the intensity continues to build during NHRA’s 75th anniversary season at the 37th annual Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals, which takes place July 24-26 at Pacific Raceways.

 

This year’s trip to the scenic Pacific Raceways will see the return of a traditional schedule of two qualifying sessions on Friday and two on Saturday. The biggest names on the NHRA tour will head to Seattle, as the scenic Pacific Northwest facility provides an incredible backdrop to the 12,000 horsepower, 340-mph nitro-burning machines.

 

With just three events left during NHRA’s regular season, drivers will look to put on a show to pick up an NHRA Diamond Wally on Sunday as part of NHRA’s milestone campaign. The weekend kicks off Friday, July 24 with a pair of afternoon qualifying sessions to thrill the fans, while Saturday includes two more afternoon sessions, as well as the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock.

 

That leads into raceday on Sunday, as all the top names look to pick up a coveted Seattle victory. This year’s event will also feature several 75th anniversary items, including:

 

  • A special tribute and celebration of Jim Dunn, the legendary team owner who has been in the sport for more than 75 years. He was a two-time runner-up in Seattle and tuned his Funny Car to a win in 2008 with Tony Bartone behind the wheel.
  • A new-look Nitro Mall, special displays and much more.

 

Last year’s winners in Seattle included Shawn Langdon (Top Fuel), Matt Hagan (Funny Car) and Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock). Langdon, Austin Prock and Glenn also earned Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge wins. This year’s race will be broadcast on FOX and FS1, with elimination coverage beginning at 4 p.m. ET on FOX on Sunday, July 26.


 

Langdon has been dominant in 2026, winning four races so far and advancing to seven final rounds. He has a commanding lead over his teammate and reigning world champion Doug Kalitta in second. Others to look for in Seattle will be Epping winner Leah Pruett, rookie standout and Norwalk winner Maddi Gordon, Bristol winner Antron Brown and motorsports legend and Winternationals winner Tony Stewart.


 

Matt Hagan has won twice in 2026, including victories at Bristol and the historic 1,000th NHRA Funny Car race at the Winternationals. Hagan is currently second in points behind three-time world champ Ron Capps, who has three wins on the season – including most recently in Norwalk. Other Seattle winners include Jack Beckman and reigning world champion Austin Prock, who has wins in both nitro classes.


 

Reigning Pro Stock world champion Dallas Glenn grew up racing at Pacific Raceways and won his event in Seattle last season when he took down five-time world champ Jeg Coughlin and shattered track records. Glenn leads the points after earning three wins this season, while his KB Titan Racing teammate and six-time champ Greg Anderson is second, with Matt Hartford in third thanks to three wins this season.

 

The weekend kicks off on Thursday, July 23, with the $15,000 Mission Foods Tournament at Muckleshoot Casino Resort, where fans can register for free. It kicks off at 1 p.m. and will feature NHRA drivers on hand.

 

That’s followed by the NHRA FanFest presented by Explore Auburn later that day from 5-7 p.m. PT in front of Dave & Buster’s at The Outlet Collection. Autographs and a meet and greet with NHRA standouts will take place from 6-7 p.m.


 

The official event afterparty is free and takes place starting at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday in the Galaxy lounge in Muckleshoot Casino Resort. Featuring a performance from Mini KISS.


 

Also on schedule for the weekend is action in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series. Seattle race fans can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce each driver and includes the fan favorite SealMaster Track Walk. Fans are also invited to congratulate the winners at the winner’s circle celebration on Sunday.


 

As always, fans get a pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet. Fans can see their favorite teams in action and servicing their cars, get autographs and more. They can also visit NHRA’s Manufacturers Midway, where sponsors and vendors create an exciting atmosphere.


 

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying will feature two rounds on Friday, July 24 for Pro Stock at 2 and 4:30 p.m. PT, with Top Fuel and Funny Car taking to the track at 2:30 and 5 p.m. On Saturday, July 25, nitro teams will qualify at 12 and 2:30 p.m. with Pro Stock at 1 and 3:30 p.m. Race day will kick off with nitro eliminations on Sunday, July 26 at 10 a.m.


 

Television coverage includes qualifying action at 10 p.m. ET on Friday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday on FS1, leading into eliminations on FOX at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday.


 

Tickets for the 37th annual Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals are currently on sale at www.NHRA.com/tickets. All children 12 and under will be admitted free in the general admission area with a paid adult. For more information about NHRA, visit www.NHRA.com. For more information on Muckleshoot Casino Resort, visit https://muckleshootcasino.com.

 

 

 

 

TICKETS ON SALE FOR FAMED 61ST ANNUAL IN-N-OUT BURGER NHRA FINALS TO CLOSE OUT 75TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON

 

POMONA, Calif. (July 2, 2026) – Tickets are now on sale for the 61st annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, as NHRA’s 75th anniversary season will come to a thrilling conclusion at legendary In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip on Nov. 12-15.

 

World champions will be crowned on the hallowed grounds of Pomona, with title battles expected to go down to the wire at the last of 20 races in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.

 

The milestone 2026 campaign has already been filled with unforgettable performances and record-breaking runs, and plenty more will take place in the Countdown to the Championship as the sport's biggest stars will compete with world titles on the line at the historic Southern California track.

 

Starting with qualifying on Friday and Saturday, leading into must-see eliminations on the final day of the season on Sunday, fans will witness the ultimate pressure-packed weekend as Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle competitors leave nothing on the table in pursuit of an NHRA world championship at one of the sport's most iconic facilities.

 

In both 2023 and 2024, the championship drama came down to the final pass of the season. Doug Kalitta knocked off Leah Pruett in a winner-take-all final round in Top Fuel in 2023, handing Kalitta his elusive first championship. It was a magical moment to close out the season and, a year later, Greg Anderson defeated Dallas Glenn in a winner-take-all duel in Pro Stock.

 

For fans who want the ultimate experience at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, the Top Eliminator Club offers the best seats in the house, a premium experience and several exclusive benefits at one of the biggest races of the season.

 

 

The finale will also be the final celebration of NHRA’s 75th anniversary, with the following set to take place in Pomona:

 

  • A legendary list of names are set to appear, including Tony Schumacher, Tommy Ivo, Sean Bellemeur, Terry Vance and Del Worsham.
  • A celebration of “The Run,” Schumacher’s dramatic, record-setting Top Fuel run in 2006 in Pomona.
  • A new-look Nitro Mall, special displays and much more.

 

The race is also the final chance to get a head start on the “50 Years of Force” celebration in 2027. Fans can renew their tickets onsite and receive a special commemorative 16-time championship ring honoring Hall of Fame legend John Force.

 

Last year, Kalitta (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car), Glenn (Pro Stock) and Richard Gadson (Pro Stock Motorcycle) all clinched NHRA world titles. The race will again be broadcast on FS1 to close the season in a big way.

 

Kalitta earned his second championship in three years in 2025 and is in the mix again, trailing only teammate and past champion Shawn Langdon. Prock rolled to his second straight world title, though everyone is currently chasing three-time champ Ron Capps. Glenn and Gadson both won their first world titles last year, finishing off their dream seasons with a championship.

 

The facility has also been home to some of the sport’s biggest moments. Kalitta’s seven Pomona wins are the most for any Top Fuel driver in NHRA history, while four-time world champ Matt Hagan has eight victories at the iconic track.

 

In Pro Stock, Anderson has been legendary in Pomona, with his 17 wins tying him with Force for the most in Pomona history. Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Matt Smith has six wins at the Finals, the most for any rider in the two-wheeled category.

 

Action at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip will include a pair of qualifying runs on both Friday and Saturday, leading into Sunday eliminations, where history will be made and champions will be crowned, with fans getting unparalleled access to see it all go down to end the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.

 

To purchase tickets to the 61st annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, fans can visit www.NHRA.com/tickets. All children 12 and under will be admitted free in the general admission area with a paid adult. Included in the premium experience by purchasing Top Eliminator Club tickets is a members-only hospitality center, complimentary food and beverages, members-only souvenir store, exclusive driver appearances, a gift bag, a premium view of the staging lanes and much more.

 

For more information about NHRA, visit www.NHRA.com.

 

 

REGULAR SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP BACK FOR SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR IN NHRA MISSION FOODS DRAG RACING SERIES 


 

Nearly $400,000 up for grabs across NHRA’s four professional categories during 75th anniversary season


 

INDIANAPOLIS (June 30, 2026) – The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season hit the halfway point last weekend in Norwalk, but that also means only four races remain in the regular season.


 

With the regular season championship back in 2026 during NHRA’s 75th anniversary campaign, there’s plenty on the line over the next four events in Sonoma (July 17-19), Seattle (July 24-26), Brainerd (Aug. 18-22) and Indy (Sept. 2-7).


 

For the second straight year, NHRA will award nearly $400,000 to the regular season champs in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle, with $150,000 going to the driver in both Top Fuel and Funny Car who finishes first in points at the end of the prestigious Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.


 

Here's where things stand in each category in the race for the regular season title.

TOP FUEL


 

For all intents and purposes, this is a two-horse race – and it’s all in the Kalitta Motorsports stable.


 

Shawn Langdon has been incredible thus far in 2026, winning four times and advancing to eight final rounds. Those are stout numbers for an entire season, but Langdon has managed to accomplish all that in 10 races. Reigning world champ Doug Kalitta has also been great, but even he’s been unable to keep up, sitting 150 points back of his teammate. He’ll need to get hot and Langdon will have to slip up for this race to get interesting in Indy.


 

Leah Pruett is third at 279 points back and has enjoyed a banner year in her return to the sport, but catching Langdon or Kalitta – at least in the regular season – seems like a tough ask over the next four events.


 

FUNNY CAR


 

Ron Capps took a big step toward his first regular season title with his Norwalk victory. It put him 121 points up on Matt Hagan and Capps has three wins this year, something no other Funny Car driver can claim.


 

But there’s a loaded group not that far off in Funny Car and things can change quickly in this category. J.R. Todd, who has done everything but pick up a win in 2026, is 123 points behind in third and Jack Beckman is only 128 points back. Jordan Vandergriff (-161) and Chad Green (-179) can’t be counted out, either, in a race that may go down to the wire in Indy.


 

Capps, though, is always strong in Brainerd and has been stellar as of late in Indy as he looks for a big finish in the regular season.


 

PRO STOCK


 

For the second straight year for this title, it’s the Dallas Glenn and Greg Anderson show. Matt Hartford has been excellent, winning three races in 2026, but at 161 points back in third, it’s tough to see both Glenn and Anderson slipping up enough for Hartford to claim the regular season title.


 

As for Glenn and Anderson, it’s a toss-up. The points lead has changed hands on several occasions this year, with Glenn moving back into the lead after Norwalk, now leading his KB Titan Racing teammate by 23 points.


 

Glenn won in Seattle last year, while Anderson rolled to the win in Brainerd and the six-time champ is always tough to beat at The Big Go. If it’s less than 30 points in Indy, it comes down to who has the better Labor Day and that would certainly be fun to watch.


 

PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE



This one will come down to Indy, if only because it’s the only race left in the regular season for the two-wheeled category.


 

Indy is all that’s left before the playoffs in Pro Stock Motorcycle and Richard Gadson strengthened his grip on the title with a victory in Norwalk. His lead stands at 83 points over Gaige Herrera, who won the regular season crown in 2025.


 

Angie and Matt Smith are 111 and 136 points back, respectively, but the Vance & Hines team of Gadson and Herrera have been in control as of late, which makes that gap a tall order to overcome in just one race.


 

For more information on NHRA, including the 2026 schedule, visit www.NHRA.com.


 

REMAINING RACES IN THE 2026 REGULAR SEASON

 

July 17-19: 38th annual DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals presented by PowerEdge, Sonoma Raceway, Sonoma, Calif.

 

July 24-26: 37th annual Muckleshoot Casino Resort NHRA Northwest Nationals, Pacific Raceways, Seattle

 

Aug. 20-23: 44th annual NHRA Brainerd Nationals, Brainerd International Raceway, Brainerd, Minn.

 

Sept. 2-7: 72nd annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, Indianapolis

 

NHRA COUNTDOWN TO THE CHAMPIONSHIP PLAYOFFS

 

Sept. 18-20: Inaugural Dodge NHRA Great Lakes Nationals presented by MOPAR, U.S. 131 Motorsports Park, Martin, Mich.

 

Sept. 25-27: Inaugural NHRA Nationals at The Rock, Rockingham Dragway, Rockingham, N.C.

 

Oct. 2-4: 15th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals, World Wide Technology Raceway, St. Louis

 

Oct. 9-18: 41st annual Texas NHRA FallNationals, Texas Motorplex, Dallas

 

Oct. 29-Nov. 1: 26th annual MOPAR NHRA Las Vegas Nationals powered by Dodge, The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas

 

Nov. 12-15: 61st annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip, Pomona, Calif.


 

For more ticket information, please visit www.nhra.com
 

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