Tony Stewart’s recent social media post, a heartwarming photograph, exudes his palpable excitement as a soon-to-be dad. The former NASCAR Cup champion shared a picture from a team dinner he attended without his wife, NHRA drag racer Leah Pruett. In it, Stewart was seen holding a cut-out of Leah, who is just weeks away from giving birth to their child.
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He was also holding a Coca-Cola in the other hand as if making a toast. Needless to say, his followers were charmed by the cute gesture. “Even when @LeahPruett_TF isn’t at the team dinner, she’s still here,” read one comment.
Many NASCAR fans admired it. “Great to see this side of Tony, he looks truly happy,” said one fan.
Another one, touched by Stewart’s happiness, remarked, “From my POV your on top of the world Tony and very soon to be a dad. You got it all, happy for you & Leah.”
One fan chimed in with a warm approval, “You’re the best. And you are the luckiest guy to have @LeahPruett_TF as your wife.” Another X user applauded, “Nicely done!”
Even when @LeahPruett_TF isn’t at the team dinner, she’s still here 😁 pic.twitter.com/g8Q82zGTck
— Tony Stewart Racing Nitro (@TSRnitro) November 15, 2024
Amidst the wave of affection as well as the changes happening in his personal sphere, Stewart remains focused on doing well in the final race of the National Hot Rod Association season.
Stewart’s debut as an NHRA drag racer in 2024
Earlier this year, when he and his wife decided to expand their family, Leah took a step back from racing, while Stewart stepped back into the fast lane. His debut season in drag racing has seen its fair bit of highs and lows.
Transitioning to a new sport, Stewart has taken his time to recalibrate. He bowed out in the first round in 10 of the 19 races this season. However, he had clinched a runner-up position at Sonoma in July, his highest finish.
Currently ranked 10th, Stewart is revving up for the showdown at the National Hot Rod Association event in Pomona. He’s also a contender for the NHRA Rookie of the Year.
As the engines roar into the season finale, Stewart is keen to achieve his first Top Fuel victory. That would be a great way to welcome the new member in his family as well as end his rookie year as a drag racer on a high.
