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Tony Stewart Exits NASCAR, Triumphs in NHRA Debut

4/16/2025

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Tony Stewart, the legendary three-time NASCAR Cup champion, has stepped away from NASCAR after the 2024 season, closing the doors on Stewart-Haas Racing. Now channeling his passion into NHRA, he recently celebrated a thrilling victory in his first Top Fuel race. Yet, the allure of NASCAR still calls to him, as he reflects on his love for the sport and his concerns about its future.

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Tony Stewart, the legendary three-time NASCAR Cup champion, has stepped away from NASCAR after the 2024 season, closing the doors on Stewart-Haas Racing. Now channeling his passion into NHRA, he recently celebrated a thrilling victory in his first Top Fuel race. Yet, the allure of NASCAR still calls to him, as he reflects on his love for the sport and his concerns about its future.