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Friday Qualifying - 2008 Fram-Autolite NHRA Nationals at Infineon

Friday Qualifying

Angelle Sampey Burnout

Friday qualifying is always entertaining. After sunset, the second qualifying session for the Nitro cars features 5 foot flames shooting out the exhaust. The view is simply spectacular.

The temperature was cooler than normal and times and speeds were good.

Pro Stock Motorcycles

Two wheels, incredible power and speed. Drag racing doesn't get much more elemental than riding a Pro Stock Motorcycle.

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Antron Brown Interview: Pro Stock Motorcycle vs. Top Fuel Dragster

Antron Brown - Pro Stock Motorcycle vs. Top Fuel Dragster

Antron Brown

Antron Brown is a true gentleman, and it is clear that he is excited to realize his dream of driving a Top Fuel Dragster. After the final eliminations I had an opportunity to talk with him about his transition from Pro Stock Motorcycles to Top Fuel Dragster.

Dwight:: How did you get the Top Fuel ride?
Antron:: Driving in Top Fuel is something that I have always dreamed about. Matco Tools sponsored me for five years and they gave me the chance. Lee Beard orchestrated the deal and team owner David Powers trusted Lee's opinion and believed in me.
Dwight:: Are you surprised at your early successes?
Antron:: I spent five years with the Schumacher team and learned what it takes to win. Lee Beard has a long history of winning races and championships. The Matco Tools team has the work ethic, talent and is committed to win championships. This is our first year together and we are only scratching the surface of what we can accomplish.

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2008 Infineon NHRA - Matt Guidera vs. Andrew Hines

Matt Guidera's holeshot (.018) 7.054 185.74 defeated Andrew Hines (.050) 7.026 187.34.

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2008 Infineon NHRA - Dave Grubnic vs. Brandon Bernstein

A close Saturday qualifying run between Dave Grubnic and Brandon Bernstein.

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2008 Infineon NHRA - Tommy Johnson Jr. - Pedaling the Throttle

Tommy Johnson smoked the tires and is pedaling the throttle to regain traction.

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2008 Infineon NHRA - Track Prep Torch

Torching the track and scraping the extra rubber off.

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