Despite a horrific crash sidelining John Force for the remainder of the season, his team has enlisted Jack Beckman to potentially secure Force's 17th title.
NHRA Funny Car Champion John Force has faced a difficult time this season. A horrific crash at Virginia Motorsports Park on June 23, 2024, left Force with a traumatic brain injury, sidelining him for the remainder of the NHRA season. Yet, the champion's quest for a 17th title remains alive through an unconventional yet fully legitimate avenue within NHRA rules.Under NHRA regulations, a substitute driver can earn championship points on behalf of another for up to eight events.
Beckman, whose last full season was in 2020, brings a wealth of experience and a previous championship pedigree to the table.Robert Hight, JFR team president, praised Beckman's comprehensive skill set as he steps into Force's car.He commented, as quoted by Autoweek:'When you think about someone who can handle the driving, can deal with the media, take care of the sponsors and take care of the fans, there was only one obvious choice and that was Jack Beckman.
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