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NHRA Kicks Off Sunday Eliminations Early at Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals
Highlights
- Sunday eliminations start earlier at 10 a.m. Eastern Time
- Parking opens at 7:30 a.m., gates open at 8 a.m.
- SealMaster Track Walk and introductions set for 9 a.m.
- Multiple series eliminations including Lucas Oil and Pro Mod
- Sunday tickets start at $50 for adults, $12 for children
- Schedule change adapts to potential bad weather
NHRA has moved Sunday eliminations at the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway to 10 a.m. ET, a proactive response to forecasts that could disrupt the day.
The earlier slot maximizes the window to complete eliminations and prioritizes safety. Cooler morning conditions may stabilize track temperature, simplifying calls on clutch, fuel, and tyre management.
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will run Top Fuel first, followed by Funny Car, Pro Stock, then Pro Stock Motorcycle, with an emphasis on maintaining flow between rounds.
On-site logistics shift accordingly: parking opens 7:30 a.m., gates at 8 a.m., with the SealMaster Track Walk and driver introductions scheduled for 9 a.m.
Eliminations now start at 10 a.m. ET at Bristol Dragway.
Sunday also features eliminations for the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, the JBS Equipment Pro Mod Series presented by Elite Motorsports, and the Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown.
Lucas Oil, Pro Mod, and Factory Stock Showdown eliminations are on Sunday’s card.
That breadth tightens turnaround demands on crews and officials, making the early call strategically significant to preserve completion before potential rain bands arrive.
Single-day Sunday tickets start at $50 for adults, with children 12 and under at $12 when accompanied by a paying adult. Limited premium seating remains available.
An earlier, cooler track typically alters tune-up windows. Crew chiefs may lean richer, chase early incrementals, and manage tyre bite carefully, with lane preference from qualifying remaining a decisive variable.
Cooler morning conditions could reshape tune-ups and traction management.
Thunder Valley remains a pivotal stop, reinforced by the event preview and Vandergriff’s perspective, with dynamics influenced by Bristol’s altitude and narrow groove.
NHRA’s adjustment underscores responsive event control. The aim is to maintain competitive integrity and safety while giving fans a full program despite an uncertain weather window.
If conditions cooperate, the tightened timetable should keep racing on track and sustain momentum through quick turnarounds, delivering a complete program for teams and spectators.
Visual Summary
Earlier Start!
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Top Fuel
Funny Car
Pro Stock
Motorcycle
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Revised Race Day Timeline
7:30am Parking Opens
8:00am Gates Open
9:00am SealMaster Track Walk, Driver Intros
10:00am Eliminations Begin
8:00am Gates Open
9:00am SealMaster Track Walk, Driver Intros
10:00am Eliminations Begin
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Weather Watch!
Schedule moved up for safety
— Beat the rain, catch the action!
— Beat the rain, catch the action!
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Tickets & Families
Adults: $50
Kids 12↓: $12
Premium seating limited!
Kids 12↓: $12
Premium seating limited!
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Sunday’s NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals charge ahead with an earlier, action-packed start.
Arrive early. Stay dry. Feel the thunder!
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