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The days of IHRA championships being determined by who can afford to tow to the most races are over. With a revolutionary system where drivers have to earn their way to the World Finals in Rockingham for an elimination-style, winner-take-all race, IHRA has now opened the door for everyone to have a chance to become a world champion.
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A pair of new facilities will grace the 10-race 2009 IHRA schedule as national events will be held at State Capitol Raceway in Baton Rouge, La., and at Dallas Raceway in Crandall, Texas.
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Robert Hight didn't have the dream season he had hoped in his Auto Club of Southern California Ford Mustang, ultimately finishing fourth overall, but the lifelong Dodgers fan experienced the ultimate baseball highlight as Dodgers legend Tommy Lasorda was on hand to give his team a post-season pep talk.
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Tony Schumacher headlined the four drivers crowned Monday evening in Los Angeles. Three other champions -- Cruz Pedregon, Jeg Coughlin and Eddie Krawiec -- also were presented checks and trophies for their achievements, while Funny Car pro Mike Neff took Rookie of the Year honors.
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