Alan Johnson disqulified from NHRA event..

JOHNSON: "I HAD DRINKS WITH DINNER LAST NIGHT

Allen Johnson had no excuses.

The Pro Stock driver readily admits he drank alcohol the night before a random drug test administered by a private firm for the NHRA.

Now, because he tested positive for alcohol, a .027 reading according to a statement issued by NHRA, he has been disqualified from any further participation at the NHRA O’Reilly Auto Parts Nationals at zMax Dragway in Concord, NC. Johnson is subject to further disciplinary action as provided for in NHRA's Substance Abuse Policy. (2010 NHRA Rule Book: Section 1.7)

“Who would have ever thought 11 hours after having drinks with dinner there would be a presence of alcohol in your system,” Johnson told Attitude’s CompetitionPlus.com moments after the NHRA handed down his disqualification. “It just barely registered and the NHRA has a zero tolerance policy.”

“I understand it and we are supposed to be role models out here. I definitely feel bad about this. I wouldn’t have gone and had the test so early this morning if I would have believed it was detectable. It is what it is.”

Johnson forfeits the seventh spot in the qualified field and loses the two bonus points attained following the first session. NHRA notified Johnson and his team as they towed to the starting line for Saturday’s opening qualifying session.

Johnson confirmed he’s already been in contact with his sponsor, Mopar Performance, who had offered their driver support in the situation.

“Mopar knows we are a great role model for the kids and the other racers in the country,” Johnson said. “I’m sure everyone involved goes out to dinner and has a cocktail or two, it’s unfortunate and Mopar stands behind us. They are our sponsor and something like this is an unfortunate incident.”

Johnson understands the magnitude of the situation and regrets it transpired.

“I would just like to say I’m sorry,” Johnson offered. “Hopefully this won’t blow our championship chances and we will be back in Dallas. I’m human. I had 24 hours to go take the test and I went over there first thing this morning without anything to eat or drink. The remnants of last night came back. It wasn’t like I was drinking and driving