Crew Chief Will Hanna Released from Foster Racing

Courtesy of Pro Race Communications

DEER PARK, Texas – After a five year run with the Foster Racing NHRA Top Alcohol Funny Car, Crew Chief Will Hanna was informed yesterday the team was releasing him due to budget cut backs.  Hanna and driver/co-owner Chris Foster won the 2012 US Nationals, two Division 3 Championships (2009, 2011) and finished in the top ten nationally three times.  They also made the quickest two runs in the TAFC category this season to date at 5.476.

“I didn’t see this coming, but I understand,” said Hanna.  “Like many of the Top Alcohol teams out there, Chris and his dad John primarily fund their racing out of their pocket.  When the money gets tight, you have to make tough decisions.  It’s really impressive what we were able to accomplish with the budget we raced on.  I thank the Fosters for the opportunity they gave me to tune their car, and I wish them the best going forward.”

Hanna, 34, who has also won Championships as a tuner with Jason Cannon (2003 Division 2) and Fred Hanssen (2011 FIA European Championship) is looking forward to what the future might bring.  He has also worked with several ADRL Pro Extreme teams over the past few years.

“As the saying goes, one door closes, another opens,” stated Hanna.  “I have been blessed to have a lot of opportunities in this sport at a relatively young age.  I’d like to think my best days are still ahead of me.  I have had success with a number of teams over the years, and learned that different cars, combinations and drivers take different approaches.  I have worked with teams on a budget and teams with big budgets.  I’m looking forward to what the future brings.”

With experience racing in Europe, Hanna welcomes the opportunity to race internationally.

“I enjoyed racing in Europe, and I would be open to going back,” Hanna commented.  “I still haven’t had a chance to make it down to Australia yet; it’s definitely on my bucket list.”