Maryland International Raceway will run a new heads-up "Frantic 7" program for Top Dragster and Top Sportsman/Pro Modified racers in 2002. This is an expansion with a new twist of the previous MIR Frantic 4 program run over the past several seasons. The program moves forward with a unique seven car qualified field format and a points fund. It rewards the low qualifier with a first round bye and adds another guaranteed three paid spots to both the open and full body categories. This six race series is an excellent place for Top Sportsman and Top Dragster Quick 8 to race because none of the dates conflict with the IHRA national event schedule. 

Maryland International Raceway promoter Royce Miller stated, "I have been very pleased with the success of the previous Frantic 4 program and felt it was time to take the next step. I know the fans will enjoy the unique seven car format, watching the battle for that all important low qualifier position." Run during other MIR special events, MIR's Frantic Four program draws racers from as far away as New England and Florida to compete in the heads up series. Racers can access the track website or call the track office for more information on the Frantic 7 schedule and rules.