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May 21, 2008
DRAG RACING: ‘Bristol Dragway’ for Fans of All Ages
Bristol Dragway is one of the most historic facilities in motorsports. Since the opening event in 1965, all the top stars and their cars have competed at the ear-popping track dubbed Thunder Valley.
May 19, 2008
NHRA: Troxel, Fans Share History At Thunder Valley
Melanie Troxel took a fast ride into history late Sunday night at Bristol Dragway.
May 18, 2008
NHRA: Troxel Leaves Bristol with a Piece of History
Melanie Troxel came to Bristol Dragway this weekend searching for her first win of the season.
NHRA: Troxel Takes Funny Car Finals, Makes History
Troxel, 35, also becomes the first-ever female in NHRA history to win a Funny Car and Top Fuel event.
NHRA: Bernstein After More than Just ‘Fair’ Conditions
Kenny Bernstein is still racing, even though he’s no longer firing up a car on the track.
NHRA: Sox, Martin Inducted into Legends of Thunder Valley
Drag racing historians received a treat Sunday at Bristol Dragway as Ronnie Sox and Buddy Martin became the latest inductees into the Legends of Thunder Valley. With Sox handling the driving and Martin serving as tuner, the Sox & Martin combination earned five world championships along with 46 national event wins in the NHRA, IHRA and AHRA.
COLUMN: NHRA: A Basic Attraction
A reporter was dining next to a pair of self-described motorsports fans Sunday morning. As the discussion focused on the fortunes of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the results of Saturday’s night’s NASCAR All-Star Race, the reporter mentioned the NHRA drag race at Bristol Dragway.
NHRA: A Family Affair for Force
Fans, sponsors, family and team members all wanted a piece of John Force Saturday afternoon at Bristol Dragway.
COLUMN: John Force — The Last, True Rebel of Racing
John Force is a modern-day cowboy.
May 17, 2008
COLUMN: NHRA Is Fast, Fun, Diverse
NHRA offers plenty of options for fans
NHRA: Herbert Pushes Himself Back into the ‘Racing Zone’ after Heartbreaking Family Accident
Two deep-red roses, tied together with a thin, white string and wrapped in clear cellophane, rest on a countertop. Two framed photographs displaying the bright, smiling faces of two young boys stand upright. But Doug Herbert’s head is bowed. His shoulders are hunched over. And his hands are clenched together, wrapped tight, buried between his knees.
DRAG RACING: Fan Favorite Tony Schumacher Welcomes ‘Dark Side’ Status
As wins and championships pile up for Top Fuel Driver, so does envy from opponents.
NHRA: Castlewood’s Counts Claims Circle Track Challenge
Jeff Counts and Doug Kalitta direct 1978 Camaro to Victory Lane at Bristol Motor Speedway
DRAG RACING: Tony Schumacher Dominates Again
Top Fuel driver secures No. 1 qualifying position at Thunder Valley.
DRAG RACING: Former NBA Player Now Working Hard In NHRA
Ex-hoopster Tom Hammonds finding niche in NHRA Pro Stock division.
NHRA: Neff Steals Show At Qualifying
It’s not often that a racer can beat the daughter of his boss, but Mike Neff knows the feeling.
May 16, 2008
NHRA Notebook: Jones Arrives With Excitement
Rickie Jones has reason to be excited this weekend. In fact, he has several reasons.
NHRA: Ashley Force Shines A New Light
Danica Patrick: Old news.
Ashley Force: The bright, new (female) face of auto racing.
AUTO RACING: Brown Out to Prove the Critics Wrong
Antron Brown heard the doubters. They wondered how, and even why, someone would jump from the world of NHRA Pro Stock motorcycles into the radical world of Top Fuel dragsters.
COLUMN: Bristol Can Do Better
There was a disturbing scene around the Bristol area Friday morning. In fact, it was embarrassing. Around 40,000 fans and national television cameras will visit Bristol Dragway this weekend for the O’Reilly National Hot Rod Association Thunder Valley Nationals. Sadly, many folks failed to get the memo.
May 15, 2008
First Couple of Nitro Racing In Bristol This Weekend
NHRA Funny Car driver Melanie Troxel and Tommy Johnson are not only husband and wife, they also race against each other.
DRAG RACING: Bernstein back for more excitement at Bristol
BRISTOL, Tenn. — Brandon Bernstein authored a successful chapter to a career-best year last July at Bristol Dragway.
May 11, 2008
Regional Briefs: Hill Thrills At Volunteer Motor Speedway
Vic "The Thrill" Hill of Morristown, Tenn., a four-time track champion, used the Pizza Plus "Spring Fling" Saturday night at Volunteer Speedway for a springboard.
May 10, 2008
Column: NASCAR Has A New Renegade
For years, NASCAR fans have longed for a fearless renegade.
May 07, 2008
Thunder Valley turning point for Coughlin in 2007
Jeg Coughlin considers it the turning point of his 2007 season.
April 29, 2008
Good ol’ days of NASCAR
What do fans mean when they talk about the good ol' days of NASCAR. The colorful 1970's and 80's with free-spirited drivers like Dale Earnhardt or the current polished show.
April 24, 2008
Drugs in NASCAR
NASCAR officials need to take a proactive stance on drugs before it's too late.
April 16, 2008
Opening night nears at Lonesome Pine Raceway
After a nightmarish 2007 season, Lonesome Pine Raceway in Coeburn reopens Saturday with a new ownership group and an optimistic group of racers.
April 12, 2008
Rumble returns to Lonesome Pine
Racers anxious to make fresh start with new ownership group at Lonesome Pine Raceway.
April 07, 2008
AUTO RACING: Stocks rise at Bristol Motor Speedway
Kempf survives rough yet short street stock battle in debut of Saturday Spectacular at Bristol Motor Speedway
