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Matt Hagan takes Funny Car title at New England Nationals

EPPING, N.H. -- Matt Hagan won his second straight Funny Car race at the NHRA New England Nationals on Sunday.

Hagan made it to the winner's circle with a run of 4.156 seconds at 292.01 mph to take down Tim Wilkerson in the final round. Hagan secured his third win in 2018 as he has now earned victories at New England Dragway in back-to-back years.

Steve Torrence (Top Fuel) and Chris McGaha (Pro Stock) were also winners in their respective categories at the 13th of 24 events this season.

Torrence earned his fifth victory of the year by beating Antron Brown in the final round with a 3.