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Indianapolis, Ind.
Mar 30, 2007
For performance fans, no track is better situated. Houston Raceway Park benefits from incredible atmospheric conditions because of its proximity to the bay, which feeds the facility cool air. Pedregon won this event in 1998 and 1992 and was also No. 1 qualifier in 1998 (1 & 2), 1997, and 1994.
“We need to take be a little more consistent and take advantage of these good weather and track conditions, ” added Pedregon. “I have had good success at this event and nothing would be more special than having an opportunity to raise the trophy in the winner s circle and dedicate this event to Eric. ”
During his rookie season in Funny Car in 1992, Pedregon won the NHRA world championship. With this accomplishment he became the only racer other than John Force to win the championship in the 90s. In 1997, Pedregon was also the first motorsports athlete to receive the “Premio De Oro, “ the only national award for Hispanic athletes. Born into a racing family, Pedregon s father, Frank, raced Top Fuel dragsters in the 1960s. His brothers Tony and Frank also compete in the Nitro Funny Car ranks. In 1980, Cruz won his first official drag race at the age of 15, driving a 1953 Kenworth truck.
How to Get to Houston Raceway Park: Baytown is about 30 miles east of downtown Houston, and the track is 2.5 miles south of Interstate 10. From downtown Houston, take I-10 east to Highway 146 and go south to FM 565 (the third stoplight). Take FM 565 east (left) about three miles to the track. From Highway 146 south, take Highway 99 east to FM 1405, then go north to FM 565 and east about two miles to the track.
After conquering the Spring Nationals, the NHRA schedule heads to the NHRA Nationals in Las Vegas (Nev. ), on April 12-15, 2007.
