Legendary race car driver John Force was hospitalized on Sunday after being involved in a fiery crash during the PlayNHRA Virginia Nationals at Virginia Motorsports Park.
Force was driving in the Funny Car eliminations when his car engine exploded as he crossed the finish line. The car burst into flames and began bouncing off the guard walls.
Legendary #NHRA racer John Force was involved in a major crash at the #VirginiaNHRANationals qualifying. It was his worse during Force’s great career. Reports say he was taken to the hospital for observation. This from #FS1 pic.twitter.com/Qhm1uLNQRe
— ~TennesseeSportsNet~ (@TSNSports) June 23, 2024
Force was alert and examined by the NHRA Medical Team on site and then taken to the hospital.
Official statement on @JohnForce_FC’s Funny Car incident at the PlayNHRA #VirginiaNats. pic.twitter.com/H4xeoVEmN6
— NHRA (@NHRA) June 23, 2024
Force actually won the race as he registered a speed of 302.62 mph before his car exploded.
The 75-year-old Force is a 16-time NHR champion driver and a 22-time champion car owner.
