John Force Fined? Did NHRA Reverse It's Ruling at Indy?
John Force participated in a heated exchange of words with Tony Pedregon just minutes after his controversial loss to his son-in-law and teammate, Robert Hight. The loss to Hight gave Robert the points he needed to take the number ten spot in the points race, bumping Tony's brother, Cruz out of the running.
It was that incident, coupled with an unexpected loss to Force's daughter, Ashley Force-Hood, that pushed Tony to voice his frustration with John Force Racing, accusing him of intentionally losing the race against Robert to further Hight's points standing.
A verbal confrontation ensued, with Force and Pedregon standing toe-to-toe, exchanging harsh words and allegations. Several NHRA officials intervened, separating the men to keep the confrontation from escalating into a physical one. At one point, John Force made physical contact with an official, which was caught on video, in the heat of the moment. It was for this offense that he was fined. The $10,000 fine must be paid before he, or any other member of his team, can enter the race at Charlotte this weekend.
NHRA has cleared Force of any wrongdoing with regard to the semi final round between Robert and himself, stating that there was no conclusive evidence to support an intentional manipulation of the race therefore the results will stand.
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3 Comments
Post a CommentCruz and Tony Pedregon have lost any respect I had for them. Cruz Pedregon for one, has been complaining for years about Force, and his brother Tony, well, go ahead and bite the hand that fed you for about eight years. Did'nt see you making a move to part from JFR until he basically launched your career.....oh, the cry baby brothers Pedregon
What a silly idea jim. From now on all sanctioning bodies will just fine teams for fun to you know keep people from getting too big for their britches.
I did notice Big Tony was quiet as a church mouse when Force was yelling at him. Back Stab the team owner who gave you the chance to go to the big time and get famous. Cruz ans Tony cry almost as much as Kyle Busch. Or is that possible?
It's about time NHRA put one of the big shots in his place!