BREAKING:
25 Reasons to Be Excited About Drag Racing
No. 1 – John Force is a Survivor
In the high-octane world of drag racing, survival isn’t just about walking away from 300-mph crashes—it’s about enduring the grind, the pressure, and the pain that comes with chasing greatness for decades. That’s why Reason No. 1 on our list is as powerful as a nitro-fueled launch: John Force is a survivor.
At 75 years old, John Force isn’t just racing—he’s still competing at a high level, commanding respect in the pits, and firing up fans like only he can. He’s the last of a dying breed, a warrior who’s taken everything this sport can throw at him and still suits up with the same intensity that made him a 16-time Funny Car world champion.
The Crash That Changed Everything
In 2007, Force suffered one of the most brutal crashes in NHRA history—a violent wreck in Dallas that left him with multiple fractures and nerve damage. Many thought it would end his career. But Force did what Force always does: he fought back. Within a year, he was back behind the wheel. It was more than a comeback—it was a message. John Force doesn’t quit.
More Than a Champion
Force is more than just numbers on a stat sheet. He’s a showman, a team owner, a father to racing daughters Brittany and Courtney, and a mentor to young drivers who grew up watching him tear up the track. His raw, unfiltered personality is a breath of fresh air in a world of polished media soundbites. When John Force talks, fans listen. When he races, fans feel it.
A Living Link to Drag Racing’s Soul
As the sport evolves with new tech, new stars, and new audiences, John Force is the constant—a reminder of drag racing’s gritty, grassroots beginnings. He represents the old-school hustle: working on the car in the pits, then jumping in and driving it like he stole it. His presence on the tour today connects generations of fans and racers alike.
Still Fierce, Still Fast
He’s not just a ceremonial figure. John Force is still out there running full pulls, chasing wins, and mixing it up with drivers decades younger. Every time he climbs into that Funny Car, it’s another chapter in one of the greatest comeback stories in motorsports history.
Why It Matters
John Force’s survival is about more than personal endurance. It’s about the sport’s soul, resilience, and identity. He’s a living symbol of why drag racing matters—because it produces heroes who don’t just win, but endure.
So yeah—drag racing’s future looks bright. But its heart? Its soul? That’s still John Force.
And that’s why he’s Reason No. 1.
Stay tuned for No. 2—you won’t want to miss it.
