$25 Million Purse, New Championship for 2025 NHRA Season

The NHRA has announced a significant $25 million in purse and payouts for the 2025 Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, which will include 20 national races. This total encompasses event purses for drivers in both the Mission Foods and Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, as well as year-end championship prizes and several incentive programs. A new feature for this season will be the regular-season championship, which rewards the points leader across four professional categories, with nearly $400,000 allocated for these champions. NHRA President Glen Cromwell expressed excitement about the changes, emphasizing the goal of incentivizing racers and enhancing the competitive landscape. The 2025 season will kick off with the 56th annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals from March 6-9. The racing community anticipates a thrilling season filled with new opportunities and challenges for teams and drivers.