Randy Meyer Clinches Central Region Points Lead with Topeka Regional Runner-Up

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August 25th, 2014 – Smart Chicken and Price Chopper Top Alcohol Dragster Team Randy Meyer Racing had a solid performance at the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Central Regional event held at Heartland Park Topeka this past weekend with both of their A/Fuel Dragsters.

Randy Meyer and Chase Copeland took the second and third qualifying spots after two sessions on Friday with a 5.391 E.T. at 265 mph for Chase, and a 5.396 E.T. at 266 mph for Randy. Randy went on to defeat Todd Odom during first round with a 5.518 E.T. at 262 mph to Odom’s 5.711 E.T. at 239 mph, and Chase also won first round against Brandon Pierce with a 5.503 E.T. at 262 mph to Pierce’s 5.582 E.T. at 222 mph.

Paired up against each other for second round, Chase had lane choice over Randy, but immediately smoked the tires after his launch, as Randy pulled his Smart Chicken Price Chopper Dragster ahead for the semi-final win with a 5.358 E.T. at 268 mph. Moving onto the final round, Randy was up against the number one qualifier of the event, Chris Demke. With a slightly better reaction time, Demke was able to pull ahead of Randy for the win with a 5.336 E.T. at 268 mph to Randy’s 5.383 E.T. at 265 mph.

Although Randy didn’t get the hometown win, he was able to clinch his Central Region points lead with his runner-up finish. Chase currently sits fourth in the Central Regional standings, followed by Shayne Lawson.

Randy’s daughters, Megan and Rachel Meyer, also competed at this event with their Super Comp Dragsters. Unfortunately Megan’s transmission broke during first round and she was unable to compete, but Rachel Meyer claimed the semi-final finish on Sunday for the annual National Dragster race.

Randy will finish the Brainerd National eliminations during qualifying at the U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis this Friday against Duane Shields. Top Alcohol Dragster will get a third qualifying pass on Saturday, and a fourth session on Sunday. The opening round of eliminations will begin Sunday night, and will be concluded on Monday.

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Randy Meyer Racing would like to thank their sponsors for their support and dedication to the team: Lucas Oil, Smart Chicken, Price Chopper, John Haley #1 Roofer, LLC, Aeromotive Fuel Systems, NGK Spark Plugs, MOTOR MEDIC, Quik-Latch Products, Boninfante, Taylor Cable, Aeroquip Performance, Belzona Industrial Solutions, Rezner trailers, ARP, Copeland Race Cars, MAHLE Clevite, Hedman Hedders, and Moroso.

Lawson Wins First NHRA National Event with Randy Meyer Racing

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March 29th, 2014 – At the home track of Kansas-based team, Randy Meyer Racing, Shayne Lawson earned his first NHRA National event win at Heartland Park Topeka for the 26th annual NHRA Kansas Nationals.

Driving for team owner, Randy Meyer, Shayne piloted the Smart Chicken Price Chopper A/Fuel Dragster, alongside teammate Chase Copeland. With only one opportunity to qualify in the Top Alcohol Dragster ranks, due to rain, Shayne was able to lay down the second quickest pass of the session, and top speed of the event, a 5.26 E.T. at 273 mph, while Chase claimed the tenth spot with his 5.42 E.T. at 260 mph.

For the first round of eliminations, Shayne beat the 15th qualifier, Dean Dubbin, with the quickest pass of the round, a 5.25 E.T. at 272 mph. Chase, who faced the seventh qualifier, Chris Demke, lost with a slower 5.47 E.T. at 263 mph. Shayne went on to beat Demke in the following round with a 5.35 E.T. at 268 mph, followed by a 5.34 E.T. at 268 mph to defeat Forrest Fair in the semi-finals.

Cheering on the Randy Meyer Racing Team as they advanced onto the final round of eliminations was Smart Chicken and Price Chopper, who invited a nonprofit organization known as PointMan, who provides a spiritual, physical, and social atmosphere for wounded warriors to connect with each other and their families. With much support behind him, Shayne won his first NHRA National event with a 5.32 at 269 E.T. beating Monroe Guest’s 5.54 E.T. at 250 mph.

Don’t forget! This race will air on May 31st at 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM ET/6:30 AM - 7:30 AM PT on ESPN2.

Randy Meyer Racing would like to thank their sponsors for their support and dedication to the team: Lucas Oil, Smart Chicken, Price Chopper, Aeromotive Fuel Systems, NGK Spark Plugs, MOTOR MEDIC, Quik-Latch Products, Boninfante, Taylor Cable, Belzona Industrial Solutions, Rezner trailers, ARP, MAHLE Clevite, Hedman Hedders, and Moroso.

Make sure to follow the Randy Meyer Racing Team on Facebook (/RandyMeyerRacing) for the latest news and track updates.