Take a look at this, The Final Race EVER on Street Outlaws at Maple Grove Ends in Drama and Victory!
The world of no-prep drag racing witnessed a bittersweet moment at Maple Grove Raceway in Pennsylvania, where the Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings series may have staged its final race ever. With $40,000 on the line, fans packed the stands to see if their favorite racers could conquer one last time in a historic showdown.
A Day of High Stakes and High Emotion
From the opening announcements, it was clear this wasn’t just another race weekend. Racers and fans alike acknowledged that this event could mark the end of an era for the No Prep Kings franchise. With run times displayed for fans, excitement was electric in the air.
For Chris Rankin and the Weiss Money team, the weekend carried special weight. After battling transmission failures and what Rankin described as the “Maple Grove curse,” they came determined to flip the script and leave with a win.
Racers Speak Before Battle
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Klay Cole brought his car “Overdose,” confident that overnight adjustments had his machine ready to swing hard against the field.
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Carson Baker, coming off his first $10,000 win the night before, was riding a wave of momentum. Beating Jeff Lutz was a milestone for him, but he admitted there was still unfinished business to settle.
Each racer showed up with not only horsepower but also determination, ready to etch their name into what could be the final chapter of No Prep Kings history.
The Racing Heats Up 🔥
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Round One delivered fireworks as Brian edged out his opponent with a 3.73s pass at 210 mph, proving just how razor-thin the margins were.
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In another intense matchup, Rankin fell to Weiss Money after a close battle that hinged on reaction times. Weiss cut a .011 light against Rankin’s .022, sealing the deal with a quicker 3.73s run.
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Murder Nova’s Shawn Ellington faced off with Carson Baker, taking the win with a solid 3.72s at 202 mph to move forward.
But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. A dramatic blower failure nearly ended one racer’s weekend when the drive shaft broke, stripping bolts and pushing the blower assembly off the engine. Thanks to help from Jeff Lutz’s spares, the team pieced the car back together in time to keep competing.
The Semi-Final Showdowns
With only four racers left, the intensity reached a fever pitch:
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Paige Coughlin stunned the crowd by beating Ryan Martin, running a 3.70s pass after Ryan went red.
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Murder Nova continued his push, eliminating Clay Cole with a 3.71s run while Cole battled car troubles.
The Final Clash: Paige Makes History ✨
In the Big Tire final, it was Paige versus Shawn “Murder Nova” Ellington. As the cars launched, disaster struck for Shawn, who lost momentum after a chute mishap at 60 feet. Paige stormed ahead with a 3.77s run, securing one of the most memorable victories in NPK history.
Small Tire Class Thrills the Fans
The small tire bracket brought just as much excitement, with eliminations full of wheelies, red lights, and razor-tight finishes. In the final round, Kayen Rankin faced off against a Mustang, ultimately taking the win to close out the small tire competition in style.
A Fitting End to an Era
If this truly was the last No Prep Kings event, Maple Grove provided a perfect stage. The packed stands, dramatic mechanical struggles, and unforgettable performances from racers like Paige, Murder Nova, and Carson Baker reminded fans why this series became a cultural phenomenon.
Whether No Prep Kings returns in the future or not, the Maple Grove finale will be remembered as a night of grit, glory, and unforgettable drag racing history.
