Courtesy NHRA Communications
POMONA, Calif. (June 15, 2023) – Tickets are on sale for the 58th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, as world champions will be crowned at historic In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip on Nov. 9-12 in Pomona, Calif.
All of the excitement and nonstop action of the 2023 season in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series comes a thrilling culmination at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip to close out the year. Loaded with history and landmark performances, the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals has been a must-see event for nearly six decades. With the high-stakes points drama wrapping up in Pomona and intensity at a fever pitch, it’s a weekend always filled with elation and unforgettable moments.
Fans can get even closer to the action with a Top Eliminator Club experience, offering the best seats in the house and a premium experience – with a number of exclusive benefits – at one of the biggest races of the 2023 season and at one of NHRA’s most historic facilities.
“The In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals is a race loaded with incredible history and magical moments and it’s certainly an event every race fan should experience,” said NHRA Vice President of Track Management & Operations, Kasey Coler. “We’re so thrilled to have In-N-Out Burger as the sponsor of this race for the first time as part of what will be another spectacular weekend. With championships often coming down to the final day and sometimes the final run of the season, you can just feel the drama and excitement in the air, and we can’t wait to celebrate with everyone in Pomona.”
Austin Prock (Top Fuel), Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock), and Angie Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) won last year’s event, while Brittany Force (Top Fuel), Ron Capps (Funny Car), Erica Enders (Pro Stock) and Matt Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) wrapped up their year with world championships. The race will again be broadcast on Fox Sports 1 (FS1) as the season closes in style in Pomona.
In Top Fuel, Doug Kalitta and Tony Schumacher both have six career victories in Pomona, which ties legendary Don Garlits for the most in class history. Last year, Force made the fastest run in Top Fuel history at the NHRA Finals, going an incredible 338.94 mph under the lights in Pomona.
Funny Car’s Capps claimed his second straight world title in Pomona, winning by a handful of points over Robert Hight by advancing to the final round, also setting the track speed record (337.33). John Force’s 16 wins in Pomona – which also matches his overall world championships – leads all drivers, while Matt Hagan has six victories at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.
Pro Stock’s Anderson earned his 14th win at the legendary facility last year, finishing second in points to Enders, who claimed her fifth title last season. In Pro Stock Motorcycle, Matt Smith has five wins in Pomona, winning his third straight title last season. Included in Angie Smith’s NHRA Finals win was also a track speed record (202.94) a year ago.
To purchase tickets to the 58th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, fans can visit www.NHRA.com/tickets. All children 12 and under will be admitted free in the general admission area with a paid adult. Included in the premium experience by purchasing Top Eliminator Club tickets is a members-only hospitality center, complimentary food and beverages, members-only souvenir store, exclusive drivers appearances, a gift bag, a premium view of the staging lanes and much more.
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