Sat, 02 Nov 2024, 13:08 PM Don Thomas Wins $250,000 RoofTec Competition Eliminator Bonus Title

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Don Thomas

LAS VEGAS - Competition Eliminator racer Don Thomas secured the largest championship payout in the history of NHRA's Competition Eliminator, winning $250,000 as the champion of the RoofTec Competition Eliminator Bonus Fund at the Ford Performance NHRA Nationals at The Strip in Las Vegas. Driving his B/Econo Dragster, Thomas defeated Brian Browell in the first round of eliminations to clinch the title in the ten-race $750,000 RoofTec Competition Eliminator Bonus Fund.

"I don't know that I can put it in the right words," Thomas said. "It's overwhelming, honestly. We've all thought about it all year, but I don't think it really hits you. I don't know when it'll set in."

Thomas praised Rodger Brogdon for his dedication to preserving Competition Eliminator, noting the increased level of competition. Every NHRA Comp race this season has required winners to turn on five win lights, raising the stakes for the competitors.

"I just can't thank everybody enough that's been a part of it," Thomas said. "Rodger Brogdon, first and foremost, for organizing this and making it bigger and better every year. There's so many people responsible for me being able to race, including my family and crew."

The impact of the RoofTec Competition Eliminator Bonus Fund is evident, as Thomas became the first driver in the series history to win more than one race in a season. He also triumphed at the Texas Motorplex divisional in October and previously at the Texas Motorplex double divisional in May.

"It's just great for the sport of drag racing and for our class," Brogdon remarked. "Don has had a hell of a year. He focused every race and did what he needed to do. I want to thank everyone involved. It's a great program that has grown well, and I'm very proud of what we've accomplished."

Brogdon also credited the Hudson family and CompetitionPlus.com for their support in establishing the bonus fund. "Congratulations, Don," he added. "It's been an amazing year and we've all had a great time."

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