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Top Fuel’s Justin Ashley picked up his third win of the season on Sunday at Brainerd International Raceway, defeating Shawn Langdon in the final round of the 42nd Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals. Blake Al…
Top Fuel’s Justin Ashley secured his third victory of the season at Brainerd International Raceway by defeating Shawn Langdon in the final round of the 42nd Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals. Blake Alexander triumphed in the Funny Car category, while Dallas Glenn emerged victorious in Pro Stock during the 13th race of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. Ashley dominated the race against Langdon, clinching his 14th career win with a time of 3.745s at 329.34mph and moving to third in points. Ashley expressed his team’s strategic approach to the season, emphasizing the importance of consistency in a challenging and competitive class like Top Fuel. Langdon, despite reaching the finals for the sixth time in 2024, was unable to secure the win, allowing Kalitta to maintain an 84-point lead over him. Alexander’s redemption weekend in Brainerd culminated in his first win of the season in Funny Car, showcasing impressive speed and form throughout the event.
