Thrilling Moments and Top Fuel Triumphs: Recap of NDRC's Drag Racing Championship at The Bend

Get ready for a wild ride as we dive into the action-packed highlights of the National Drag Racing Championship's inaugural round at Australia's Dragway at The Bend. With over 300 racers and 30,000 roaring spectators, the atmosphere was electric, and the newly minted drag racing facility proved itself with a lightning-fast racing surface.
However, Mother Nature had her own plans with gale force winds and on-track incidents causing a shakeup in the Aeroflow Sportsman Championship schedule. Despite the setbacks, the show went on, and the decision to jump straight into elimination racing kept the adrenaline pumping. And don't worry, all Sportsman entrants got their fair share of championship points.
Group 1, featuring Top Fuel, Doorslammer, Pro Stock Motorcycle, and Top Fuel Motorcycle, stole the spotlight, completing their rounds and fulfilling the NDRC's broadcast commitments. The dedicated NDRC crew, officials, and venue team worked overtime to bring you the winners and runners-up in various categories.
In the midst of this drag racing extravaganza, doorslammer drama unfolded during the A-Final, leading to a unique proposal. Ronnie Palumbo and Lisa Gregorini, facing issues at the start, decided to rerun the final at Perth Motorplex's Goldenstates event in November. Get ready for an epic showdown as these racers battle for the Spring Nationals victory!
The Top Fuel action was nothing short of spectacular, with record-breaking performances at Dragway at The Bend. From Damien Harris' lightning-fast win to Wayne Newby's jaw-dropping 3.765-second pass at over 519 kilometers per hour, history was made on the blistering track. The first-ever Top Fuel race at the venue had fans on their feet, witnessing drag racing greatness unfold.
Join us as we relive the excitement, the triumphs, and the unexpected twists of this monumental weekend for drag racing in Australia. It's a rollercoaster of speed, power, and adrenaline that you won't want to miss!