HORSEPOWER & HEELS

Ashley Force is on top of the world this season. Currently leading in the points, three final rounds this year alone... and now, SHE'S WON HER FIRST RACE!

Right on the heels of the IRL Princess, Danica's first win, Ashley reins one in for the NHRA gals, winning in the 28th Annual NHRA Southern Nationals in Atlanta, GA against her father, legend John Force. Both stood to make history, her as the first female to win in funny car, and him to earn his 1,000th round win. But Ashley continued her streak, making history and taking the win!!

She is smart. She is beautiful. She is Drag Racing royalty. But above all, she is proving that she can drive a racecar (and thumbing her nose to all her early critics)! Just a sophomore in the sport, I am rooting for Ashley to maintain her points lead and really show them what's to come! She is truly an inspiration! Class, talent, and drive!

Last year's Southern Nationals saw Ashley and John's first father/daughter matchup. I knew an all-Force final was in the cards, but I never believed it would happen this soon!


Congratulations to ASHLEY FORCE!
2008 Southern Nationals Funny Car Champion!


(and current points leader, too!)

photo: Competition Plus

Labels: women in racing

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