Alexis DeJoria: Driver of the Kalitta Motorsports Tequila Patrón Toyota Camry Funny Car
The Results:
- Q1: 3.961 E.T. at 321.96 MPH
- Q2: 9.227 ET at 73.72 MPH
- Q3: 3.960 ET at 322.65 MPH
- Q4: 3.911 ET at 319.37 MPH
The Competition: No. 9 Alexis DeJoria vs. No. 8 John Force (LC)
Quotable: Alexis DeJoria, Driver
We made three really good runs in qualifying. They weren’t spectacular in the 3.80’s, but still good runs getting down the race track in the heat. I’m excited about tomorrow. We’re here at Texas Motorplex, now one of my hometown tracks. We’ll go out there tomorrow, give it our best and hopefully this Patrón Toyota Camry will go some rounds.
Photos courtesy of Gary Nastase Photography. Hi res images available upon request
About Alexis DeJoria
Alexis DeJoria is a professional race car driver competing in the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series. DeJoria drives the Tequila Patrón Toyota Camry as a member of the legendary Kalitta Motorsports team. DeJoria, who had all of the opportunity in the world to pursue any type of career, felt strongly about following her passion, and her need for adrenaline drove her to pursue the unlikely profession of auto-racing. The determination to ‘blaze her own trail’ continues to drive her and push her to higher levels in the sport of NHRA drag racing. She is a four-time Funny Car winner and made history when she became the first woman to compete in 100 Funny Car events.
About Tequila Patrón
From hand-harvesting the highest-quality 100 percent Weber Blue Agave, to the traditional, time-honored distillation process and individual labeling, numbering, and inspection of each bottle, Patrón tequila is crafted with meticulous precision and care. Though Patrón has grown to become one of the most-recognized and respected luxury spirits brands in the world, it is still exclusively produced in the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, in the same small batches and with the same commitment to quality and craftsmanship. For more information about Patrón tequilas and liqueurs, please visit www.patrontequila.com.