INDIANAPOLIS — John Force's flamboyant personality still shines brightly.

The memories of a horrific crash 14 months ago have started to fade away, and Force's charisma and million-dollar smile — two features that played a role in his success on the track and on television — remain in place.

He didn't stay away long, either.

Force attended his first post-crash race in late October. He has been at most of this year's races, including last weekend for the one he calls “the grandaddy of races” — the U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis. He still meets regularly with team members, shows off cars and, of course, enjoys mingling with fans in a new role — the non-racing team owner of John Force Racing.

“I'm just really glad I'm standing. Walking is a little rough for me on the starting line,” he sa

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