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Tony Stewart Announces NASCAR Comeback at 54, Reviving Family Legacy

2/6/2026

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Tony Stewart (NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee) announced his return to NASCAR during his induction.
At 54, he will race at Daytona with his wife Leah Pruett and their son Dominic.
His comeback follows a tumultuous offseason and a federal antitrust trial.
He joins Ram's "free agent program" to spotlight drivers.
He sees Daytona as a chance to revive interest and expects the sport to recover.

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Tony Stewart (NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee) announced his return to NASCAR during his induction.
At 54, he will race at Daytona with his wife Leah Pruett and their son Dominic.
His comeback follows a tumultuous offseason and a federal antitrust trial.
He joins Ram's "free agent program" to spotlight drivers.
He sees Daytona as a chance to revive interest and expects the sport to recover.