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Unexpected Wind & Dust Storm Forces NHRA to Cancel Friday’s Racing at Route 66

TJ Pruitt
Last updated: May 17, 2025 6:51 am
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TJ Pruitt
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A significant dust storm disrupted the Route 66 Nationals, an NHRA Racing Series event at Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Illinois.

The storm brought near-zero visibility and wind gusts up to 60 mph, forcing the suspension of all racing activities for the day.

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Top Fuel drivers Clay Millican and Tony Stewart were the last to race before the storm hit. Racing will resume on Saturday

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