The opening day of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at Pomona Dragstrip was cut short due to inclement weather, forcing the postponement of qualifying sessions for several categories. Despite the setback, the event promises an exciting conclusion to the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.

Thrilling Finale Awaits as NHRA Season Reaches Climactic Conclusion

Qualifying Disrupted by Rainy Conditions

The first qualifying session of the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at Pomona Dragstrip was called off on Friday due to unfavorable weather conditions. While the Funny Car category was able to complete its opening session, the Top Fuel class only managed to run a portion of their runs before the rain brought a halt to the proceedings. Unfortunately, the Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle categories were unable to make any runs on the opening day.Qualifying is set to resume on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. PT, with two sessions scheduled for Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle. This will provide the teams and drivers with a crucial opportunity to fine-tune their setups and secure favorable starting positions for the final eliminations on Sunday.

Beckman and Reed Claim Provisional Pole Positions

Despite the disruption, the limited action on Friday did produce some notable performances. In the Funny Car category, Jack Beckman took the provisional No. 1 spot with a blistering run of 3.828 seconds at 334.82 mph in his PEAK Chevrolet Camaro SS. Beckman's teammate, Austin Prock, will officially clinch the Funny Car world championship on Saturday, adding to the excitement of the weekend.In the Top Fuel class, Shawn Reed emerged as the provisional top qualifier, posting a run of 3.712 seconds at 320.36 mph in his 11,000-horsepower GESi dragster. Reed's performance puts him in a strong position to secure his first career No. 1 qualifier as the season reaches its climactic conclusion.

Ticket Holders Offered Flexible Options

The disruption to the qualifying schedule has not gone unnoticed by the event organizers. Friday ticket holders have the option to use their ticket credit towards the purchase of a Saturday or Sunday ticket, or even a ticket for the 2025 In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals. This gesture demonstrates the NHRA's commitment to ensuring a positive experience for all attendees, despite the weather-related challenges.As the NHRA season reaches its final chapter, the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at Pomona Dragstrip promises to deliver a thrilling conclusion. With the championship battles still undecided and the potential for record-breaking performances, the stage is set for an unforgettable weekend of drag racing action.