NHRA: 51st Amalie Gatornational Postponed due to COVID-19

The 51st Annual Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals is the third of 24 events in the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series. With the ever-evolving COVID-19 pandemic, NHRA officials are postponing a portion of the event and have released the following statement:

“In consideration of the ever-evolving COVID-19 pandemic and in accordance with the recommendation of the Florida governor, NHRA officials are postponing a portion of the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals. The sportsman categories contested on Thursday will complete competition this weekend without ticketed spectators. Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, Pro Stock Motorcycle, Pro Mod, Factory Stock Showdown, Top Fuel Harley, Top Alcohol Dragster and Top Alcohol Funny Car will compete at a later date to be determined. Current tickets will be honored at the rescheduled event or ticket holders may opt to use their tickets as a credit toward the 2021 Gatornationals. NHRA will determine next steps for moving forward as additional information becomes available. We appreciate the patience of our competitors and fans.”

Further information will be provided once it is released.