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Salinas makes history with 300mph 1/8-mile pass at NHRA Charlotte Nationals
Mike Salinas made history in the NHRA by becoming the first driver to reach 300 mph in the 1/8-mile at zMAX Dragway. He qualified No. 1 in the Top Fuel category for the betway NHRA Carolina Nationals. Robert Hight, Erica Enders, and Gaige Herrera also qualified No. 1 in their respective categories. However, Tony Stewart was disqualified from the event in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series due to unapproved ignition parts. Salinas achieved a time of 3.647s at 338.00mph, making it the fifth-fastest run in Top Fuel history. Robert Hight also had an impressive performance, breaking the track record for Funny Car with a time of 3.824s at 330.15mph.
Source: Racer
