BRITTANY FORCE Eyes Redemption After Record 340 MPH Run at Route 66 NHRA

May 16, 2025

by May 16 // from www.cbsnews.com

• BRITTANY FORCE comes into Route 66 riding the high of her record-breaking 340+ mph run in Charlotte that officially earned her the title “fastest female on earth.” The two-time world champion is carrying serious momentum, but she’s also carrying the sting of last year’s failure to qualify – her first DNQ in 187 races. That’s the kind of stat that haunts a competitor of her caliber.
• The redemption storyline writes itself, and FORCE isn’t shying away from it. She’s openly acknowledging that extra motivation from last year’s Route 66 disaster, which speaks to the mental toughness that separates champions from also-rans. When elite drivers admit they’re hungry for payback, we usually get fireworks on the track.
• Adding emotional weight to her weekend is having John Force cheering from the sidelines after his devastating crash last June. The 76-year-old legend is still in recovery from his traumatic brain injury, making BRITTANY’s pursuit of redemption feel like a family mission. Sometimes the best motivation comes from proving you can carry the torch when the people who matter most are watching.

john force racing, lucas oil nhra nationals, nhra top fuel, route 66 raceway