16 time Funny Car champion John Force was alert, conscious and speaking to the NHRA medical team after suffering an engine explosion at over 300mph.
In a statement, NHRA said:
John Force’s Funny Car suffered an engine explosion at the finish line and then crossed the centerline, striking both guard walls before coming to a stop. Force was alert and was examined onsite by the NHRA Medical Team before being transported to a local medical facility for further evaluation.