Main Story: Bobby Bode will replace Spencer Hyde in the Head Racing Funny Car at the season-ending In-N-Out NHRA Finals, as Hyde stays home following the birth of his daughter. Hyde is ninth in the standings and had hoped to defend his spot in the top 10.

By the Numbers
  • Hyde is ninth, 35 points behind Daniel Wilkerson in eighth.
  • The Finals run Nov. 12–15 at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.
  • Bode has raced in five national events and earned a runner-up finish in Houston in 2022.
Yes, But

Bode is stepping in on short notice, but he brings Funny Car experience with both his family’s team and veteran owner Del Worsham. He says he is eager to help Head Racing and could influence the championship outcome.

State of Play
  • Hyde will support the team from home; Bode takes over for the finale.
  • Qualifying is scheduled for Nov. 13–14, with eliminations beginning at 11 a.m.
  • The race will be broadcast nationally on FS1.
Bottom Line

Hyde’s family-first decision leaves Bode with a high-stakes opportunity: help Head Racing close out the season and potentially affect who takes home the championship.