News Summary
Shawn Langdon has taken the provisional No. 1 qualifier spot in the Top Fuel category with a time of 3.800 seconds at the 24th annual Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. The event, held at Bristol Dragway, is part of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Season, showcasing various categories including Funny Car and Pro Stock. Despite weather disruptions, qualifying continues, drawing fans eager to see leading drivers in action.
Bristol, TN – Shawn Langdon has set the stage for an exciting weekend at the 24th annual Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals with a provisional No. 1 qualifier time of 3.800 seconds at 328.54 mph in the Top Fuel category. This event, taking place at Bristol Dragway on June 7, 2025, is the eighth in the 20-race series of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Season.
Langdon’s performance in the only qualifying session for Top Fuel could potentially mark his first No. 1 qualifier of the 2025 season and the 22nd of his career. This achievement would interrupt a streak of four consecutive No. 1 qualifiers by his teammate Doug Kalitta. Following Langdon in the standings, Josh Hart occupies second place with a time of 3.860 seconds at 324.67 mph, while Justin Ashley is currently in third with a pass of 3.886 seconds at 323.35 mph.
The rain-shortened event saw the cancellation of the second qualifying session for Top Fuel, but the Funny Car session made progress, completing all but one pairing. In the Funny Car category, Alexis DeJoria claimed the provisional No. 1 spot with a time of 3.948 seconds at 328.14 mph, vying for her first No. 1 qualifier since 2021. Ron Capps is trailing her with a time of 3.960 seconds at 324.51 mph, while Jack Beckman holds third place with a run of 3.971 seconds at 323.74 mph.
In Pro Stock, Dallas Glenn has earned a provisional No. 1 qualifier with a time of 6.645 seconds at 205.60 mph, as he seeks his second top position of the season. Not far behind him, veteran driver Greg Anderson secured second place with a run of 6.655 seconds, and Aaron Stanfield is close behind in third with a time of 6.666 seconds at 204.32 mph.
Brayden Davis, competing in only his second career Pro Stock Motorcycle event, achieved a remarkable run of 6.870 seconds at 197.22 mph on a Vance & Hines Suzuki to take the provisional No. 1 spot in his class. Richard Gadson follows Davis in second place with a time of 6.879 seconds, and Angie Smith is in third with a run of 6.907 seconds at 196.53 mph.
Despite the interruptions caused by weather conditions, qualifying is set to continue on Saturday, June 8, at 12:30 p.m. ET. The Thunder Valley Nationals presents a vibrant atmosphere, as fans can participate in various activities such as driver meet-and-greets and interactive displays located in Nitro Alley and the Manufacturers Midway.
This celebrated drag racing event captures the excitement of the NHRA season, showcasing top drivers and their impressive machines as they compete for qualification and ultimately for victory in the championship. Fans are eager to see how the races unfold following the rain delays and the competitive spirit displayed by all participants as they aim for the top spots in their respective classes.
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