Family ties are an integral part of the sport of drag racing and in Australia’s ‘red centre’ it is no different.

Following an investigation tribunal in NSW after the Nitro Champs at Sydney Dragway, John Zappia has been awarded 80 points for a final round lose.

Just days now remain until Benaraby Raceway hosts 28,000 horsepower worth of Top Doorslammer muscle for round three of the 2013 Slamfest Series on Saturday 29 June.