2023

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The 2023 season was a year to remember for Smith Racing, filled with remarkable performances, thrilling victories, and groundbreaking achievements. Here’s a look at our standout moments:

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• 11 Races Competed: Including 4 NHRA Nationals, 6 NHRA Regionals, and 1 Funny Car Chaos event.

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• 6 Finals Appearances: Demonstrating consistent excellence on the drag racing circuit.

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• 2 NHRA Regional Wins & 2 Runner-Up Finishes: Dominating the NHRA Central Region.

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• JEGS Allstar Runner-Up: A prestigious finish that highlighted our competitive edge.

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• 8th Place in NHRA National Points: Securing a Top 10 finish for the third consecutive year.

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• 2nd in NHRA Central Regional Points: Continuing our strong performance at the regional level.

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• Quickest Elapsed Time in a Converter-Driven Funny Car: A jaw-dropping 5.421 seconds, setting a new performance record.

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• 8 Minutes of Primetime TV Coverage on FS1: Bringing Smith Racing and our partners into millions of homes during peak viewing hours.

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• Only Ford Mustang Bodied Entry in the Top 10: Showcasing our unique edge in the competition.

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Smith Racing solidified its place as a dominant force in drag racing in 2023, proving once again that we’re not just racing—we’re redefining what’s possible on the track!

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2022

 

The 2022 season was a defining year for Smith Racing, as we continued to make our mark on the drag racing circuit with exceptional performances and thrilling victories. Here’s a look at our standout accomplishments:

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• 1st in 2024 NHRA Central Regional Points: Claiming the top spot in our region.

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• 2024 NHRA Pro Sportsman Driver of the year

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• Victories: Triumphs at the prestigious JEGS Allstar Invitational and the NHRA Regional Event at SRCA Dragstrip (Great Bend, KS).

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• 9th Place in NHRA National Points: Securing a strong finish in the competitive national standings.

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• 12 Races Competed: Including 5 NHRA Nationals, 6 NHRA Regionals, and 1 Funny Car Chaos event.

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• Quickest Elapsed Time in a Converter-Driven Funny Car: A record-breaking 5.447 seconds, showcasing our team’s cutting-edge performance.

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• 8 Minutes of Primetime TV Coverage on FS1: Bringing Smith Racing into homes across the nation during prime viewing hours.

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• Sole Ford Mustang Bodied Entry in the Top 10: Standing out as the only Mustang entry among the top contenders in the sport.

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In 2022, Smith Racing proved once again that we’re a formidable force in drag racing, setting records, clinching victories, and continuing to push the boundaries of what’s possible on the track. The best is yet to come!

2021

 

​The 2021 season was a milestone year for Smith Racing, marked by outstanding performances and unforgettable achievements on the drag racing circuit. Here’s a recap of our remarkable year:

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• 10 Races Competed: Including NHRA Nationals, NHRA Regionals, and Funny Car Chaos events.

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• Victory at NHRA Lucas Oil Nationals: A triumphant win at one of the sport’s most prestigious events in Brainerd, MN.

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• 8th Place in NHRA National Points: A solid finish in the national standings, showcasing our consistency and competitive edge.

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• 3rd Place in NHRA Central Region: A strong showing for the second consecutive year in one of the sport's most competitive regions.

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• 82% Qualification Rate in Top Field Positions: Demonstrating our reliability and speed in qualifying.

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• 55% Final Round Appearance Rate: Reaching the final round in over half of the events attended, proving our performance on the biggest stages.

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• 4 Wins in 6 Final Round Appearances: A remarkable win rate, solidifying our reputation as a force to be reckoned with.

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• Record-Breaking 5.487 Seconds for Quickest Elapsed Time in a Converter-Driven Funny Car: Pushing the boundaries of performance and setting new standards in the sport.

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• 6 Minutes of Primetime TV Coverage on FS1: Highlighting our growing presence and exposure on national television.

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• Sole Ford Mustang Bodied Entry in the Top 10: Standing out as the only Mustang in the elite ranks of drag racing.

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With unparalleled consistency, groundbreaking performances, and a series of high-profile victories, Smith Racing made a lasting impact in 2021. As we continue to push the limits of speed and performance, we remain a formidable contender on the drag racing circuit.