BRITTANY FORCE, LEAH PRUETT Set for NHRA’s 75th Anniversary at Gatornationals

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January 27, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • BRITTANY FORCE made it all the way to the Top Fuel All-Star Callout finals last season, proving she belongs with the sport’s elite. The two-time world champion appearance is exactly what we need: more women getting the recognition they deserve in these specialty showcase events.
  • LEAH PRUETT is making her return to competition after time away from the sport, and her comeback adds serious star power to an already loaded field. Pruett’s return couldn’t come at a better time – NHRA’s 75th anniversary deserves to have one of drag racing’s most talented drivers back behind the wheel where she belongs.
  • ANGIE SMITH will be competing in Pro Stock Motorcycle alongside defending champion Richard Gadson, bringing veteran experience to a class where women have consistently proven themselves. Smith’s presence ensures we’ll have strong female representation across multiple categories at this milestone event.

UPCOMING:

  • NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout – March 7, 2026
  • Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals – March 2026

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Official Release originally appearing on speedwaymedia.com