Chasing Speed
Enter NHRA's 330 MPH nitro world. Relive 2025 and Wally Parks' vision as the sport speeds toward its 75th anniversary.
Enter NHRA's 330 MPH nitro world. Relive 2025 and Wally Parks' vision as the sport speeds toward its 75th anniversary.
E1
Traces the sport's quest for speed as the NHRA approaches its 75th anniversary. The episode spotlights the legendary John Force and the next generation carrying the torch, including Brittany Force and rising star Austin Prock. It also introduces Ron Capps' evolution from driver to team owner as he mentors rookie Maddi Gordon.
E2
Explores the drive for success through the eyes of racing icon Tony Stewart and his wife Leah Pruett, offering insights into thriving in a high-pressure environment. The episode also highlights Blake Alexander, showcasing his resilience as he balances professional racing with personal commitments.
E3
Shifts the focus to the women of NHRA who are "rewriting the script". It features pioneers like Shirley Muldowney and contemporary drivers including Ida Zetterström, Alexis DeJoria, and Jasmine Salinas. The episode examines the history of female racers and the unique challenges they face in the nitro classes.
E4
Dives into the high-stakes world of Top Fuel racing during a volatile mid-season. The narrative centers on an intensifying rivalry between Matt Hagan and Austin Prock as they push their limits on the track, illustrating how quickly fortunes can flip in the sport.
E5
Chronicles the start of the "Countdown to the Championship," where the pressure to perform reaches its peak. The episode follows teams as they enter the final playoff stretch, where every pass counts and rivalries often boil over into on-track drama.
The season finale documents the crowning of the 2025 champions, including Austin Prock's second straight world championship and Antron Brown's title run. It concludes by looking toward the future of the sport as it enters its landmark 75th anniversary year in 2026.