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whole shot

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Too Afraid to Ask

A whole shot is when a driver gets a quick start at the beginning of a race, helping them get ahead of the competition right away.

Technical Definition

A whole shot refers to the initial acceleration off the starting line in a race, where one competitor gains an early lead over another. It's a critical moment that can determine the outcome of a drag race or any competitive event.

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"If I go 028 and I lose on a whole shot, eh, it is what it is. But I went a 028 against, uh, against Clay Cole."

Moron Nation Unfiltered Ep. 11: NHRA Debut Was INSANE… Nova Testing + Outlaw Syndicate Round 2! Moron Nation Unfiltered 15:56

"he didn't get the whole shot. So he was probably like third or fourth coming around the first [1461.4s] corner and stuff, but within a couple laps he got into first place and the whole stadium"

The Bachelor Party and Ethans first Supercross - Sent and Bent #77 Sent and Bent 24:17

"15 out of 17 round wins that I've had have been on whole shot. So not being faster, but being quicker to react and basically being a quicker, better driver off the line."

Matt Latino on Pro Stock Racing, 1500HP NA Engines, and Making Horsepower With Cats Minnoxide 12:05

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Mazda MX-5 / Miata Volvo 940

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