Maddi Gordon claimed her first Top Fuel victory at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, aiding Ron Capps Motorsports in its inaugural Top Fuel and Funny Car sweep. Alongside her win, Ron Capps notched his 80th career win in Funny Car, while Aaron Stanfield seized victory in Pro Stock and Richard Gadson triumphed in Pro Stock Motorcycle. Gordon fought through early challenges to defeat Antron Brown, while Capps showcased his skill with a remarkable reaction time. The event marked a momentous day for the entire Capps team, culminating in three wins and personal celebrations.

By the Numbers
  • Maddi Gordon finished the final round in 3.786 seconds at 333.16 mph.
  • Ron Capps won his 80th career Funny Car event, achieving a winning time of 3.969 seconds at 328.54 mph.
  • Aaron Stanfield’s winning run in Pro Stock was 6.626 seconds at 208.75 mph.
  • Richard Gadson clocked a winning time of 6.849 seconds at 197.36 mph.
State of Play
  • Gordon secured her first victory in only her 10th professional race.
  • Capps becomes the first Funny Car driver to achieve three wins in the 2026 season.
  • Gadson leads the Pro Stock Motorcycle category with an 83-point margin over teammate Gaige Herrera.
  • Stanfield's win gives him two victories this season and 16 in his career.
What's Next

The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series continues with the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals from July 17-19 at Sonoma Raceway, where teams will look to build on their momentum from this weekend’s races. Gordon, Capps, Stanfield, and Gadson will aim to maintain their competitive edge in subsequent events.

Bottom Line

This weekend showcased an impressive performance from the Ron Capps Motorsports team, with each driver excelling in their respective categories. Gordon’s breakthrough win exemplifies her rising star status, while Capps solidifies his legacy, setting the stage for fierce competition in the upcoming races.