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Brittany Force fastest in Top Fuel qualifying at Winternationals in Pomona

POMONA, Calif. -- Brittany Force took the No. 1 spot in Top Fuel qualifying Saturday in the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series' season-opening Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals.

Force had a 3.661-second run at 333.91 mph in the final qualifying session, giving her 33 career No. 1 qualifiers. She drove to 12 No. 1 positions a year ago.

"It feels awesome to be back out here at my home track and starting a new season," Force said. "I'm glad to be back, doing what we love and it's even better to go No. 1 at the first race of the season.