Tom Meents
Professional monster truck driver, competitor
Born
July 10th, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional monster truck driver participated in motorsport events since the 1980s. Meents became associated with the Maximum Destruction truck. Achieved multiple championships in the Monster Jam series, showcasing skills in racing and freestyle competitions. Competed in various competitions across North America, gaining recognition in the monster truck circuit.
Won multiple Monster Jam World Finals titles
Drove Maximum Destruction truck
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