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Tony Stewart Ponders Racing Future for Infant Son Amid Changing Motorsport Landscape

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 7, 2025
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MADISON, IL - SEPTEMBER 25: Tony Stewart looks on during qualifying for the NHRA Midwest National on September 25, 2021, at World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway in Madison, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

The racing world is rife with stories of family legacies, from the Earnhardts to the Pettys and the Elliotts. In recent times, a new generation of drivers are taking the wheel, following the tire tracks of their successful fathers. Keelan Harvick and Brexton Busch, sons of Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch respectively, are already carving their names in the annals of racing history. Soon, we may see Dominic James Stewart, the three-month-old son of NASCAR legend, Tony Stewart, join this prestigious list.

Yet, Tony Stewart is not certain about his son’s future in racing. While Dominic may carry the racing genes of his father and NHRA veteran mother, Leah Pruett, Stewart remains hesitant about forecasting a similar career path for his infant son.

Tony Stewart’s career was marked by versatility and triumph. From the 1997 IndyCar Championship to three NASCAR Cup championships as a driver in 2003, 2005, and 2011, Stewart’s racing journey was marked by variety and success. His ventures into different racing arenas, from IndyCar to dirt racing, earned him the reputation as one of the most adaptable drivers of all time.

However, Stewart, in a recent interview on the ‘Bubba Podcast’ with host Bubba Clem, expressed his doubts about whether such a varied career path would be possible for the upcoming generation of racers. He explained how modern drivers often specialize in one area, investing substantial time and resources into honing their skills in that specific space, leaving little room for experimentation and diversity.

Stewart, however, did acknowledge the exception of Kyle Larson, who continues to showcase versatility in his racing career, from running wing sprint cars to participating in the Indy 500.

The future racing career of young Dominic James Stewart remains an intriguing question. Both Tony Stewart and Leah Pruett are aware that their son may likely venture into racing, but the choice of where he will race is a decision they have left for Dominic to make. They believe that racing is not a sport to be pursued half-heartedly—it requires total commitment and dedication.

While Dominic’s racing future remains uncertain, Tony Stewart has his sights set on another season in the NHRA. Stewart, who filled in for his wife in the Top Fuel division during her pregnancy last year, quickly adjusted to the new racing format, achieving several notable accomplishments, including a Rookie of the Year title.

As he gears up for the upcoming Gatornationals, one of the most esteemed events in the traditional East Coast opener, Stewart feels confident after shedding his rookie status. His experience from the previous year and coaching from his wife, Leah Pruett, a 12-time Top Fuel victor, will undoubtedly give him an edge in the competition.

As we wait to see where Dominic James Stewart’s racing journey takes him, all eyes are on Tony Stewart for the upcoming season. Will he secure more wins this year? And where will Dominic choose to race? Only time will tell. Until then, racing enthusiasts and fans can only speculate and anticipate what the future holds.

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