Steve Torrence won this race in 2016. When he won in Charlotte he became just the fourth Top Fuel driver in history to win in 10 consecutive trips to the final round. His 25 wins are tied for the ninth most in Top Fuel history (with Gary Scelzi). Steve won his in 212 races while Gary won his in 113 Top Fuel starts. Shawn Reed is making his 23rd start in Top Fuel. The No. 2 qualifier in Top Fuel is 16 - 1 in round 1 at this race.

Reed with the starting line advantage, but Torrence has the difference made up by the time they goes by the Christmas tree and takes the win. Torrence with a good looking pass for the win.

Reed started to haze his tires and drop cylinders before he clicked it off.