Sand Flies and Rain Falls at Heartland Nationals

Sand Flies and Rain Falls at Heartland Nationals

Racers and fans braved mud, rain, and roaring engines at this year’s Heartland Nationals, where three days of sand drag racing delivered edge-of-your-seat action despite Mother Nature’s attempts to steal the show. Persistent rain showers caused delays throughout the weekend, but the grit and determination of competitors shined through, along with clouds of sand from the track. Friday’s Fierce Kickoff Though the weekend opened under gray skies, t…