Racers from various regions, including Wisconsin and Texas, faced challenging track conditions, compounded by limited testing opportunities due to weather. Dramatic moments unfolded as vintage-style gassers launched down the strip, with cars risking centerline crossings and wall contact, captivating spectators.
In A/Gas, Ben Christopher emerged victorious, qualifying first with a 5.22-second pass and posting a low elapsed time of 5.15 seconds in the eliminations. His final opponent, Leslie Horne, suffered a red-light start, handing Christopher the win and A/Gas points lead.
The B/Gas category showcased a fierce contest between Tennessee drivers Ted McKee and Charlie Lee, with Lee winning in a narrow finish at 5.58 seconds over McKee’s 5.57 seconds.
Defending C/Gas champion Jerren Perdue reset the class record with a 5.947-second pass, defeating Todd Oden in another close race. Jerry Dean continued his dominance in Super Stock, winning against Rob Walden with a 6.35-second run.
The Bama Brawl highlighted the excitement and intensity of nostalgia drag racing, reinforcing SEGA’s distinctive place in the motorsport landscape.
Source: www.dragzine.com