Doug Kalitta leads NHRA qualifying at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 11:03 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Doug Kalitta secured the provisional No. 1 position in Top Fuel qualifying at the NHRA event in his home state of Michigan on September 18, 2026. As the points leader and defending world champion, Kalitta's strong performance comes during NHRA's inaugural appearance at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park. The qualifying rounds provide a key opportunity for drivers to secure favorable positions for the upcoming races. Further sessions will continue to determine final placements ahead of the elimination rounds.
- •Kalitta is the reigning world champion in Top Fuel.
- •Qualifying is taking place at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park in Michigan.
- •This marks the NHRA's debut at this racetrack.
- •Further qualifying sessions will follow to finalize standings.
- 11:03 PMRacer — Kalitta, Pedregon, Hartford and Oehler top Michigan NHRA qualifying
"Top Fuel points leader and reigning world champ Doug Kalitta went to the top spot in NHRA’s debut at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park on Friday, taking the provisional No. 1 spot in his home state.
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