He was racing his Peak BlueDEF Chevrolet Camaro SS Funny Car when it made contact with the wall and then crossed into the opposite lane, colliding with teammate Matt Hagan’s car. Force, 74, was extricated from the vehicle and transported to a nearby hospital for evaluation and treatment.

His team, John Force Racing, later confirmed that he was hospitalized in the intensive care unit. The incident occurred during the second qualifying session, and the session was subsequently delayed. The NHRA community and fans were left shaken by the incident, with many expressing their concern and well wishes for Force’s recovery.

An investigation into the crash is ongoing, and the NHRA has stated that they are reviewing the incident to determine the cause. Force is a 16-time NHRA champion and is widely regarded as one of the greatest drag racers of all time. His team has been a dominant force in the sport for decades. Let me know if you’d like more updates on John Force’s condition or any other related news!