Jack Beckman secures No. 1 qualifier at NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 10:21 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Jack Beckman led the qualifiers on Saturday at the World Wide Technology Raceway during the 15th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals. Driving for John Force Racing, Beckman achieved his third No. 1 qualifier position of the season in front of a sellout crowd. The event continues with eliminations scheduled for Sunday, where drivers will compete for championship points as the season approaches its conclusion.
- •Jack Beckman qualifies first in Funny Car category at WWTR.
- •The event attracts a sellout crowd on October 3, 2026.
- •This marks Beckman's third top qualifier berth of the 2026 season.
- •Eliminations are set to occur on Sunday following the qualifying rounds.
- 10:21 PMRacer — Beckman leads into eliminations at WWTR
"Funny Car’s Jack Beckman powered to the top in front of a sellout crowd on Saturday at World Wide Technology Raceway, securing his third No. 1 qualifier of 2026 for John Force Racing at the 15th annual NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Midwest Nationals.
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