NHRA Midwest Nationals Highlights
Top Fuel
- Shawn Langdon continued his dominance, securing his fourth consecutive win of the season at the 15th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals.
- Defeated Will Smith, who faced tire issues during the run.
- Langdon’s impressive run: 3.732 seconds at 335.90 mph.
- He triumphed over top drivers, including Tony Schumacher and Leah Pruett, to achieve his 30th career victory.
- Langdon’s points lead: 116 points over Doug Kalitta and 225 points over Tony Stewart.
Funny Car
- Austin Prock clinched victory against Jordan Vandergriff with a run of 3.909 seconds at 332.84 mph.
- This marked Prock’s second win of the season, moving him to third in points.
- Prock showcased an impressive series of performances against heavy hitters, claiming his 23rd career victory.
Pro Stock
- Aaron Stanfield outpaced his father, Greg Stanfield, in a close race, securing victory with a time of 6.556 seconds.
- This marked Aaron’s third win of the season and his 17th career victory.
- Aaron overcame a strong performance from Greg, showcasing a brilliant reaction time.
Pro Stock Motorcycle
- Gaige Herrera defeated teammate and points leader Richard Gadson with a run of 6.710 seconds.
- This win marked Herrera’s fourth consecutive victory at World Wide Technology Raceway.
- Herrera is now just 32 points behind Gadson in the standings, setting up a thrilling competition for the championship.
Upcoming Event
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will continue at the Texas NHRA FallNationals at Texas Motorplex in Dallas from October 14-18.