BIR Bracket Series Race #3 Winners to Bring Home A NHRA 75th Diamond Anniversary Wally & Ring
- Brainerd International Raceway
- Jun 9
- 4 min read
Date: June 12th-14th 2026
Location: Brainerd International Raceway
BIR Bracket Series Races #3 & #4 NHRA 75th Anniversary Challenge, Summit Racing Equipment JDRL Challenge, & MCR Barrett Pet Foods Paul Bunyan Classic.
The chase for the 2026 Brainerd International Raceway championships continues the weekend of June 12-14, and there's a lot more on the line than just points!
Friday kicks off with Test & Tune along with Jackpot Races beginning at 2:00 PM, giving racers a chance to dial in their combinations and pick up some extra cash before the weekend's main events.
On Saturday, June 13, BIR will host the NHRA 75th Anniversary Challenge, where racers will compete for some of the most sought after awards available this season. Competitors in ResTech Systems Super Pro, Track Stop Pro ET, Thunder Valley Classic Cars Sportsman, DOA Dragsleds & Bikes, Comp Trophy, and Street Trophy will battle for the coveted NHRA 75th Anniversary Diamond Wally and a 75th Anniversary Championship Ring.
The future stars of our sport will have their chance as well, with racers in Jr. Street, Jr. Dragster Advanced, Jr. Dragster Intermediate, and Vesel Construction Jr. Dragster Novice competing for their own NHRA 75th Anniversary Summit Racing Equipment Junior Drag Racing League Challenge Wally and Ring.
Adding even more excitement, this weekend is also a major event for our Stock and Super Stock racers. Friday features the ResTech Systems Shootout, while Saturday and Sunday bring the 13th Annual Paul Bunyan Classic presented by Barrett Pet Food, paying $2,000 to win and $1,000 runner-up each day.
Whether you're chasing a championship, racing for a Diamond Wally, competing for one of the special NHRA 75th Anniversary awards, or battling in the Paul Bunyan Classic, this is one of the biggest Bracket Series weekends of the season.
Spread the word, call your racing buddies, load up the trailer, and join us at BIR for an action-packed weekend of racing. We can't wait to see everyone at the track! 🏆🏁🔥
The BIR ET Bracket Series is fueled by the racers, families, businesses, and partners that continue to invest in grassroots drag racing across the Midwest. BIR proudly thanks the 2026 class sponsors helping support weekly competition and racer opportunity throughout the season.
ResTech Systems — Super Pro
Led by Dan Woody, ResTech Systems specializes in smart home integration, automation systems, audio/video technology, and high-end simulator experiences throughout the Twin Cities and Brainerd Lakes Area. Built around precision and performance, their involvement in the Super Pro category reflects a deep commitment to grassroots racing and the racer community.https://restechsystems.com
Track Stop Food & Fuel — Pro ET
Located directly outside the front gate at BIR, Track Stop Food & Fuel has become a race weekend staple for racers and fans alike. Owned and operated by Bob Igman, Steve, and Kayla Dreon, Track Stop provides fuel, food, ice, VP Racing Fuels, and race-day essentials while continuing to support the growth of the Pro ET category.https://www.facebook.com/trackstopbir
Thunder Valley Classic Cars — Sportsman
Since 1984, Thunder Valley Classic Cars has built a reputation around restoration, performance, and classic automotive craftsmanship. Their continued support of the Sportsman category helps strengthen one of the most competitive and tradition-rich classes at BIR.https://www.thundervalleyclassics.com
D.O.A. DragSleds — Bikes & Drag Sleds
Founded by Travis Neyssen, D.O.A. DragSleds designs and builds full-custom asphalt drag sleds engineered specifically for high-horsepower competition. Designed by racers for racers, the company continues to push innovation within one of BIR’s most unique racing categories.https://www.facebook.com/DOADragSleds
Feist Automotive & Towing — Stock / Super Stock
Ron and Bill Feist have long supported grassroots drag racing while operating a trusted automotive repair and towing business serving the North Metro Minneapolis Area. Their continued support helps preserve the heritage and competitiveness of the Stock & Super Stock category at BIR.https://feistauto.com
Vesel Construction — Jr. Dragster Novice
New to the program in 2026, Vesel Construction is a family-run restoration and reconstruction company based in Duluth. Led by owner Mike Sipper, the company’s support helps invest in the next generation of racers through the Jr. Dragster Novice program.https://www.veselconstruction.com
The BIR ET Bracket Series is part of the NHRA Summit Racing Series, giving racers the opportunity to compete locally at Brainerd International Raceway while chasing divisional and national championships. Built around consistency, reaction time, and driver skill, the series provides racers of all experience levels the opportunity to compete for season championships, TEAM BIR ET Finals positions, and a chance to race for national glory at the Summit Racing Equipment ET Finals.
Bracket racing at BIR continues to serve as one of the Midwest’s strongest grassroots racing communities, bringing together racers, families, and fans throughout the summer racing season.
Brainerd International Raceway (BIR), located in Brainerd, Minnesota, is one of the Midwest’s premier multi-discipline motorsports facilities. Home to the NHRA Nationals, BIR hosts drag racing, road racing, drifting, autocross, performance driving experiences, and grassroots motorsports events throughout the season.
The facility features a championship drag strip, multiple road course configurations, dedicated drift infrastructure, and destination camping that has made BIR a motorsports tradition for generations of racers and fans.
For schedules, tickets, racer information, and event details:https://www.birmn.com
