21/09/2025 02:02
NHRA 4-Wide Charlotte: Hagan, Force, Glenn, Herrera lock in No. 1 spots at zMAX
Matt Hagan powered to the top in Funny Car qualifying on Saturday at zMAX Dragway, securing his second No. 1 of the season for Tony Stewart Racing at the NHRA 4-Wide Carolina Nationals.
Category leaders
- Funny Car: Matt Hagan — second No. 1 qualifier of 2024, momentum building with TSR.
- Top Fuel:Brittany Force — consistent pace translates into the top slot.
- Pro Stock:Dallas Glenn — form and finesse deliver No. 1 honors.
- Pro Stock Motorcycle:Gaige Herrera — remains the benchmark with another class-leading run.
Why it matters
Lane choice is critical in 4-Wide competition, and Saturday’s results hand these four the initiative for eliminations. With quick conditions and stout fields across the board, Sunday’s bracket play promises high drama off every tree.
What’s next
Final eliminations at zMAX will test launch precision, turnaround discipline, and clutch tuning as the title fights tighten heading into the heart of the NHRA season.
