NHRA New England Nationals
Event 7 of 20
New England Dragway
Epping, N.H.
May 30 – June 1, 2025

ANTRON BROWN
Driver of the Matco Tools Top Fuel Dragster

NHRA New England Nationals Event Highlights:

  • 2016 event champion
  • Two-time runner-up (2017, 2018)
  • Two-time No. 1 qualifier (2014, 2023)

2024 NHRA New England Nationals Recap:
Qualified ninth; First round exit (defeated by Tony Stewart in E1)

Last Event (Chicago):
Qualified fourth; Quarterfinal finish (defeated T.J. Zizzo in E1; defeated by Justin Ashley in E2)

2025 Statistics:
Six races; one win, one runner-up finish, one No. 1 qualifier

Career Statistics:
530 races; 81 wins, 51 No. 1 qualifiers

Noteworthy:

  • The four-time and defending Top Fuel world champ enters the summer sprint of four races in five weeks occupying the No. 3 spot in the standings. In the first six events, Brown has one win, a runner-up finish, and a pole
  • Secured a milestone 50th No. 1 qualifier during the 2023 Epping, N.H. event

Quotable:
“So many great memories up there in Epping. One thing that always stands out about this race is ‘Wild Bill’s’ bus tour with a great group of Matco Tools distributors and customers. I love getting to mix in with all of our wonderful Matco supporters and getting to spend time with them. And for me, it’s also always nice to be closer to home. I’m an east coast boy from Jersey so I always look forward to seeing family and friends at this race.

“Looking forward to getting back into the points chase during these June races. We’re third right now but looking to get back to that No. 1 spot. We know these next five weeks will be grueling, but we’re focused. This will be a crucial part of the regular season where you can make some big points moves. We want that regular-season championship trophy. We’re right in the hunt, in the middle of it all, and we’re looking to grow and continue to improve.”

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