Drag racing legend John Force escaped serious injuries in a spectacular crash at the NHRA Arizona Nationals.

Force was racing Jonnie Lindberg in the elimination round when his car blew up and crossed the centre line after the finish. Force's car's parachutes were tangled with Lindberg's.

Force was speaking with safety personnel and was transported to the local hospital for evaluation. Lindberg exited the car under his own power. Force was later released from Chandler Regional Hospital Sunday night.