Racing Recap: Langdon, Vandergriff, Glenn, and Smith Claim Victories at NHRA Southern Nationals
Adel, GA – May 3, 2026 – The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series rolled into South Georgia Motorsports Park for the NHRA Southern Nationals, May 1-3, delivering high-speed action across the quarter-mile strip. Strong fields and dramatic eliminations highlighted the weekend, with several standout drivers earning their first wins of the season or extending early momentum.
Top Fuel saw Shawn Langdon pilot his car to victory in the final, capping off a strong weekend for the veteran campaigner.
In Funny Car, Jordan Vandergriff drove to the win, powering his entry past tough competition in one of the most exciting classes of the weekend.
Pro Stock delivered a clinic from Dallas Glenn, who claimed the victory with precise runs and consistent performance throughout the eliminations.
Pro Stock Motorcycle belonged to Matt Smith, who added another Wally trophy to his collection with a dominant showing on two wheels.
Additional professional and sportsman class winners included:
- Pro Mod: Jason Collins
- Super Stock: Daniel Fletcher
- Stock Eliminator: Michael Brand
- Super Comp: Sherman Adcock
- Super Gas: Tracy Barnes
- Top Dragster: James Brown
- Jr Dragster: Matthew Peterson
The Southern Nationals at the fast South Georgia facility featured ideal conditions for much of the weekend, producing competitive qualifying and multiple round wins for top contenders. Fans were treated to blistering elapsed times and trap speeds as the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series continues its 2026 campaign.
Official results are available on NHRA.com. The series heads to the next stop on the schedule with more high-stakes drag racing action on the horizon.