The reigning IHRA Pro Stock World Champion is currently sitting third in 2009 points standings. And
with three races left to decide the '09 Championship, Pete Berner knows that now is the time to
make his move. It may look like he's been quietly sitting back, awaiting his chance at the North
American Nationals, but that's not the case. Berner has been going non-stop in the month since the
last IHRA national event, preparing for the championship battle.
"We've done some extensive testing with our new motor and have seen some very positive results,"
explains Berner. "We haven't quite found its perfect sweet spot, but we're already seeing better
results than with some of our previous motors. We're going to run it here this weekend and see how
it likes the cool New England weather. Knowing its potential I'm really excited to see what it can
do here. With the good conditions, I know everyone will be posting numbers better than we've seen
in a while. We could potentially see records fall, and I'd like to be the one to do it!"
Berner, who won this event last year, is looking to make a repeat and keep front runners Frank
Gugliotta and John Montecalvo from gaining any points.
"Frankie and Monte have both won this event before as well. They've been running good all year and
have given the rest of us a challenge. But I also know that we've got what it takes to win here
this weekend and that's what we're looking to do. We need to gain some points on Frankie and Monte
to stay in this battle, and with just three races left, my team and I are going to be giving it all
we've got. I like a good chase- it makes for fun racing. This year is heating up to be a good one
and the North American Nationals will be pivotal in the final points outcome. We're ready to give
it all we've got."
