The NHRA Summit ET Bracket Series returned to Brainerd International Raceway June 12-14 for Races #3 and #4 of the 2026 season. Racers were greeted with cool temperatures and strong winds throughout much of the weekend, but despite the challenging conditions, racers put on a great show while posting strong car counts and exciting racing action.

More than 300 racers battled June 19-21 at Brainerd International Raceway during Summit ET Bracket Series Races #5 & #6. Following Friday’s rainout, perfect weather set the stage for exciting racing, the prestigious NHRA King of the Track competition, and Brad Harder’s remarkable triple-win weekend as racers continued their chase for 2026 championships and Team BIR ET Finals positions.

Event: BIR Kwik Trip Muscle Car Series 38th Annual GSTA Muscle Car Shootout Date: Sept. 4-6, 2026 Location: Brainerd International Raceway Photo Credit: Eagle Eye Photography 2026 Kwik Trip Muscle Car Series Comes Down to the Final Pass at the 38th Annual GSTA Muscle Car Shootout The 38th Annual GSTA Muscle Car Shootout brought the 2026 Kwik Trip Muscle Car Series to a dramatic conclusion at Brainerd International Raceway, with season championships on the line across the board. With no...