Preview for Friday at the 15th Annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals

Top Fuel
- Current Points Leader: Shawn Langdon
- Recent achievements: Three consecutive wins including record-setting performances.
- Key contenders: Doug Kalitta, Tony Stewart, Antron Brown.
Funny Car
- Current Points Leader: Matt Hagan
- Recent achievements: Defending St. Louis champion with four wins this season.
- Challengers: Jordan Vandergriff, J.R. Todd, Ron Capps.
Pro Stock
- Current Points Leader: Greg Stanfield
- Recent achievements: Key victories that reshuffled playoff standings.
- Competitors: Matt Hartford, Dallas Glenn, Erica Enders.
Pro Stock Motorcycle
- Current Points Leader: Richard Gadson
- Recent performance: Strong comeback wins after early losses.
- Contenders: Gaige Herrera, Matt Smith.

Qualifying Coverage:
- Friday, Oct. 2 on FS1 at 6:30 PM ET
Final Eliminations:
- Sunday, Oct. 4 on FOX from 2 PM or 4:30 PM ET, depending on the market.

Activities: Track walk, driver introductions, winner’s circle celebration.
Tickets: Available online or by calling the ticket office. Kids 12 and under get in free with a paid adult.

Friday, Oct. 2:
- Qualifying sessions begin for various series, culminating in NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying.
Saturday, Oct. 3:
- Further qualifying and eliminations for different categories.
Sunday, Oct. 4:
- Pre-race ceremonies followed by final eliminations starting at 10 AM.

St. Louis is a critical stop as it marks the midpoint of the Countdown, making it a pivotal moment in the championship chase.

Tickets can be purchased via the track’s website or by phone. Every ticket also serves as a pit pass for close-up access to teams and drivers.

For more details, including ticket purchasing, visit World Wide Technology Raceway.