Shawn Langdon tightens grip

Shawn Langdon took a massive step toward his second Top Fuel series crown at the NAPA Auto Parts Midwest Nationals.

Langdon's fourth consecutive win

Langdon secured his fourth consecutive victory in 17 events this season, extending his lead over Doug Kalitta from 25 points to 116.

Langdon's record

Langdon has a 46-9 elimination-round record (83.6 percent) with races left at Dallas, Las Vegas, and Pomona, California.

Langdon's team focus

Langdon credited his crew chief Brian Husen for keeping the team focused on perfection and details throughout the season.

Langdon's championship outlook

Langdon said he wouldn't confirm who the 2026 Top Fuel champion would be, joking that 'in three races we’ll know, right?'

“in three races we’ll know, right?”

Austin Prock's comeback

Austin Prock surged from 17th place early in the season to third place after defeating four drivers ahead of him in the standings.

Prock's championship gap

Prock reduced the gap between him and leader Matt Hagan from 144 points to 106 points in the Countdown standings.

Prock's team pride

Prock praised his team's effort, saying it was 'unbelievable' and that he loves winning with Tasca Racing.

Prock's social media stance

Prock dismissed online criticism from former boss John Force, saying internet comments 'are not important to our family or this race team.'

“what’s been going on on the internet, we don’t even pay any attention to that”

Prock's racing focus

Prock emphasized his team's dominance, stating they've been 'hot' for 12 races and are now in striking distance for the championship.

Aaron Stanfield's race

Aaron Stanfield defeated his father Greg Stanfield in a final round for the eighth time in his career at World Wide Technology Raceway.

Aaron Stanfield's pride

Aaron Stanfield credited his father for still having 'a lot left in his tank' and helping him win races.

“i’m super-proud of him. he’s proven he’s still got a lot left in his tank”

Gaige Herrera's win

Gaige Herrera secured his fourth consecutive victory at World Wide Technology Raceway to advance in the Pro Stock Motorcycle standings.

Herrera's record

Herrera has 31 triumphs in 37 finals with a 23-8 showing on race day and a 3-3 record against Richard Gadson.

Herrera's championship gap

Herrera trails leader Richard Gadson by 32 points with three races remaining in the Countdown standings.

Herrera's racing mindset

Herrera said he's 'living the dream' and focused on enjoying the racing rather than pushing too hard.

“i’m living the dream. i’m having fun, and that’s what it’s all about”