JASMINE SALINAS Teams with Father Mike at IHRA Triple Crown Reading
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May 1, 2026
GRRL! SUMMARY:
- JASMINE SALINAS has evolved from “Mike’s daughter in A/Fuel” to managing Scrappers Racing’s daily operations while running a hybrid NHRA/IHRA schedule to maximize limited-budget seat time.
- The Salinas duo marks first-time father/daughter Top Fuel competition at Maple Grove’s IHRA Triple Crown after Mike’s two-year absence recovering from surgery and business priorities.
- JASMINE secured runner-up finish at Benson IHRA event earlier in 2026, demonstrating competitive progress since her 2024 NHRA Winternationals Top Fuel debut under Valley Services banner.
- Mike returns as “JASMINE’s dad” acknowledging his daughter’s established Top Fuel credentials, reversing their previous competitive dynamic in fulfilling years-long family racing dream together.
UPCOMING:
- IHRA Triple Crown – Maple Grove Raceway, Reading, Pennsylvania – May 22-24, 2026
LINKS TO RACER'S PROFILE PAGES:
GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Deb Williams originally appearing on www.autoweek.com
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