ESPN.com · Sep 27, 2020
Steve Torrence beats father Billy at NHRA Gatornationals
GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- Two-time defending Top Fuel champion Steve Torrence took the points lead Sunday in the AMALIE Motor Oil Gatornationals, beating father Billy in the final round at Gainesville Raceway.
Torrence had a 3.809-second run at 322.11 mph to win for third time this year and 39th overall.
"We've got some good momentum and to be in the points lead, it's a testament to how hard these guys work," Torrence said. "We've just got to stay focused and concentrate on what the task at hand is, and that's trying to win a championship. These guys give me an unbelievable race car and you just try not to screw it up."