Over the last 20 years, the No. 13 Funny Car qualifier has a 4-16 Round 1 record at this event.

DeJoria is 5 - 4 against Richards in prior events.

DeJoria gets the holeshot and extends her lead all the way through the run. Richards keeps her honest, going right down the groove with a clean straight pass.

DeJoria will have lane choice over Todd in the next round.