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Reigning NHRA Top Fuel world champion Antron Brown started 2025 with the provisional No. 1 qualifier position, taking the top spot on Friday at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesvil…
Antron Brown began 2025 as the provisional No. 1 qualifier at the NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville. The first round of the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series saw Jack Beckman, Greg Anderson, and Gaige Herrera also taking the top qualifier positions. Selections for the Right Trailers Top Fuel All-Star Callout bonus race were made as well, with exciting matchups set for Saturday. Brown impressed with a strong start, clocking 3.685 seconds at 334.24 mph in his Matco Tools dragster, showcasing his skills as a four-time world champion. Greg Anderson set a new Pro Stock world record with a phenomenal 6.443 pass, making him a strong contender for his 133rd No. 1 qualifier position. Beckman and Anderson’s outstanding performances underlined the high stakes and competitive spirit of the NHRA season opener.
