American Rebel Light Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park showcased a standout performance by Josh Hart in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. Hart, driving his Top Fuel dragster, recorded a best elapsed time of 3.78 seconds at 328 mph during qualifying, securing the third position for eliminations on June 22. The two-day event, unique for its compressed schedule, featured three runs on Saturday, attracting over 15,000 spectators, according to posts found on X. Hart’s team, benefiting from a strong 2025 season start, utilized the event’s top-notch track surface to fine-tune their setup, marking a recovery from a challenging 2024. The weekend included autograph sessions and midway events, enhancing fan engagement. In other highlights, Buddy Hull debuted a new Blaze Exhaust Probes Funny Car livery, clocking a 4.02-second pass, while the event marked the only two-day format on the 20-race NHRA calendar. Eliminations continued on June 22, with no final results reported by 9:03 PM CEST. The event underscored the series’ focus on high-speed competition, with Hart expressing optimism about maintaining momentum, supported by a robust fan turnout.
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