Run Notes X Close
Rickie Smith
0.047 | 6.763 | 203.95
Erica Enders
0.072 | 6.756 | 204.26
Erica is the 63rd different driver "Tricky" Rickie has faced. He was runner-up here in '96 and the #1 qualifier in '82. Erica is the first female to qualify here in Pro Stock since Shirley Shahan qualified 31st in a 32-car field in '71.

"Tricky" is known for his starting line prowess and he added another holeshot victory to his resume here. It was close, but Smith led all the way and will have lane choice against Pawuk in the quarterfinals. Rickie Smith's incremental margins: 60ft(0.024), 330 ft(0.025), 660ft(0.024), 1,000ft(0.021). MOV: 0.0185 seconds (approximately 6 feet).