NHRA driver escapes fire during Pro Mod qualifying

NHRA driver escapes fire during Pro Mod qualifying

Published Mar. 19, 2016 2:56 p.m. ET

Don Stevenson was able to exit his Chevrolet after a fire during the first qualifying session of the NHRA J&A Service Pro Mod Drag Racing Series this weekend at Gainesville Speedway in Gainesville, Florida.

Stevenson was able to get out under his own power, though he was then transported to a local hospital for observation.

NHRA qualifying action of the Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle divisions will air at 6:30 p.m. ET Saturday night on FS1. Racing action airs from 1-4 p.m. ET Sunday on FS1.

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