Terry Haddock targets a statement weekend at the Texas FallNationals, round four of the NHRA Countdown, at Texas Motorplex from Friday, October 16. The veteran driver-owner races with Concho Supply.

Based in New Braunfels, Texas, Haddock brings momentum from consecutive Texas Invitational wins in 2023 and 2024. Home support and a visible sponsor presence should sharpen execution across the weekend.

His Funny Car carries a new red, white, and blue livery honoring America’s 250th anniversary. The scheme reinforces the team’s Texas identity and partner alignment heading into qualifying.

Performance trends are positive. Haddock set a personal best 3.959 seconds at 317.35 mph at the Countdown opener, defeating two-time champion Cruz Pedregon in round one.

He then fell narrowly to J.R. Todd. The result underlined incremental gains from a compact, hands-on program that still runs with fewer resources than frontrunning Funny Car outfits.

Haddock splits duties between driving and crew leadership. The priority remains repeatable, clean runs that secure lane choice and protect parts, especially through the higher-pressure Saturday sessions.

Funding stability matters. Concho Supply’s near-decade partnership anchors development, supported by Priority Systems Mechanical Services, Gearwrench, P&C Cable, Bowen Electric, Integrated Metal Products, Rodak Coffee, and Haddock’s Circle Racing Wheels.

Concho Supply president Keith Kincannon highlights the team’s work ethic and family values. That cultural alignment strengthens the partnership and amplifies hospitality and outreach during the Motorplex’s Stampede of Speed.

Haddock also leans into fan engagement. Autograph sessions and midway appearances help reset the crew between thrashes, while broadening sponsor activation with measurable, face-to-face impact.

The FallNationals schedule features two qualifying runs on Friday and Saturday, then eliminations on Sunday. Execution in changeable conditions will decide lane choice and early-round survivability.

Beyond points, the weekend carries symbolism. The winner receives the 75th anniversary diamond Wally and a signature American Hat Company cowboy hat, underscoring the event’s Texas heritage.

Within the playoff context, margins tighten. Haddock’s step forward places him as a live threat in a parity-heavy class, as outlined in our Countdown analysis.

The Texas stop also sits within NHRA’s Division 4 heartland. A clean Friday baseline would position the Concho Supply entry for Saturday gains.

National broadcast coverage extends the team’s reach. A clean, early hit on Friday would validate recent gains and set a platform for Haddock’s most significant home-weekend result to date.

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