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NHRA is the primary sanctioning body for the sport of drag racing in the United States. NHRA presents 20 national events featuring the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, as well as the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports and NHRA Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown™ at select national events. NHRA provides competition opportunities for drivers of all levels in the NHRA Summit Racing Series and NHRA Street Legal™. NHRA also offers the NHRA Jr. Street® program for teens and the Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League® for youth ages 5 to 17. With more than 100 Member Tracks, NHRA allows racers to compete at a variety of locations nationally and internationally. NHRA’s Youth and Education Services® (YES) Program reaches over 30,000 students annually to ignite their interest in automotive and racing related careers. NHRA’s streaming service, NHRA.tv®, allows fans to view all NHRA national events as well as exclusive features of the sport. In addition, NHRA owns and operates three racing facilities: Gainesville Raceway in Florida; Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park; and In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip in Southern California. For more information, log on to www.NHRA.com, or visit the official NHRA pages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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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