description NHRA Gatornationals Overview
The NHRA Gatornationals is a National Hot Rod Association drag-racing event held at Gainesville Raceway in Gainesville, Florida. It began in 1970 and has remained a recurring national event at the same track, where professional classes such as Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock, and Pro Stock Motorcycle compete under NHRA rules. The race is of interest to spectators and researchers of organized American drag racing because of its long-running venue history.
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Where is the NHRA Gatornationals held?
The Gatornationals is held at Gainesville Raceway in Gainesville, Florida. The event has taken place there since its first running in 1970. [NHRA](https://www.nhra.com/news/2024/gainesville-raceway-through-years)
Which racing classes compete at the Gatornationals?
The event features major NHRA classes including Top Fuel, Funny Car, and Pro Stock. Depending on the season's schedule, Pro Stock Motorcycle and other support categories may also appear.
Who won the first Gatornationals Top Fuel race?
Dave Chenevert won the first Gatornationals Top Fuel final in 1970, defeating Jim Paoli. He became the first of many Top Fuel winners at Gainesville Raceway. [NHRA](https://www.nhra.com/news/2019/story-first-gatornationals-top-fuel-win-inside)
Which speed records are associated with the Gatornationals?
The event hosted the first 260-mph Top Fuel and Funny Car runs in 1984, by Joe Amato and Kenny Bernstein. Don Garlits recorded the first 270-mph Top Fuel pass there in 1986, while Kenny Bernstein made the first 300-mph Top Fuel pass in 1992.
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