Jeff Arend: Driver of the Kalitta Motorsports Tequila Patrón Toyota Camry Funny Car
Note: Jeff Arend is filling-in for Tequila Patrón Funny Car pilot Alexis DeJoria as she recovers from a racing-related concussion.
The Results:
Q1: 4.408 E.T. at 204.91 MPH
Q2: 3.930 E.T. at 317.19 MPH (career best E.T. for Arend)
Q3: 6.149 E.T. at 109.34 MPH
Q4: 5.803 E.T. at 120.90 MPH
The Competition:
No. 10 Jeff Arend vs. No. 7 Matt Hagan (LC)
Quotable:
Jeff Arend, Driver
Overall it’s been a great weekend so far. We did what we set out to accomplish. We made a good 3.93 run last night. Unfortunately, with me being heavier than Alexis, and having a heavier body on the car, we’re working on the little things to try and get the car to run quicker every time. We already knew we were in the show so today’s both runs were testing for tomorrow. Q3 was about seeing what we could get away with, and the second run we were trying to run a 3.80 or a low 3.90. It didn’t make it either time but we have a good tune-up for race day tomorrow and I’m looking forward to making Alexis proud. We miss her out here, all of her fans miss her, and we hope to have a great day tomorrow.
Photos courtesy of Gary Nastase Photography. Hi res images available upon request
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.