This is the first time at this race that the top 4 TF & FC qualifiers advanced to the semi-finals. Steve Torrence has won the last 5 meetings with Doug Kalitta. This is their 1st meeting this year.

Kalitta with a slight starting line advantage, around half track the car was up in smoke. HThe car then pitched the blower belt before the finish line.

Torrence chases Kalitta down around half track and takes the win. Torrence is advancing to his to his fifth final this season and 81st time of his career.