Phoenix-based photographer Mark J. Rebilas shot the first qualifying session of the NHRA US Nationals in Indianapolis.

Ask any NHRA driver what the race they most want to win is and I bet 95% of the drivers would say the US Nationals in Indianapolis. The “Big Go” as it is commonly referred to brings out the largest pro fields of the year. That plus the fact I hadn’t been at a drag race for over a month had me quite anxious to get to Indy!

Following a late night the previous night covering the Broncos against the Cardinals in an NFL matchup it was a 4:30am wakeup call for my 6am flight. Assuming there were no delays I would land in Indy around 2:30pm giving me plenty of time to get to the track for the 5pm pro qualifying session.

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