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After nearly four years away, Jack Beckman is returning to Funny Car racing in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series starting with this weekend’s Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals at Brainerd Inte…
After nearly four years away, Jack Beckman is returning to Funny Car racing in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at Brainerd International Raceway this weekend. Beckman was named the fill-in driver for 16-time champion John Force after Force’s crash. Beckman will drive the PEAK Chevrolet Camaro SS for the final eight races of the 2024 campaign, aiming for a possible 17th championship for Force. Beckman is thrilled for this opportunity, marking a ‘second chance’ after years away from competing. The Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals will be broadcast on FS1 and FOX, with eliminations on Sunday, Aug. 18 at 3pm ET. Beckman tested the car last weekend and is excited to compete in Brainerd, where he aims to meld his driving style with the team’s for a successful return.
