Matt Smith is already having a good day, as he celebrates his 36th birthday! He won the "Finals" in 2016 & 2007. This is his 31st #1 spot. He hasn't won a race from the top spot in his last 13 tries the top qualifier in the bike class is 29 -2 in round 1 at this event. In qualifying this weekend, he captured the new Pro Stock Bike Speed record with a stellar 201.10 MPH pass.

This is the 16th time that Angie Smith has qualified 16th. She is 3 - 12 in round wins, when after qualifying 16th. This will be her 196th round of racing.

What was going to be a Husband and wife shootout, ens before the green, as Angie bike dies and will not restart.

Matt was a sitting duck, as the engine sky rockets at the shift and goes up hard on the rev limiter!

He will give up lane choice toArana next round.

12:39 p.m.