Tony Stewart Announces 2026 NHRA Contract, But Deal Hinges On One Thing
Summary
Tony Stewart has signed a contract with Elite Motorsports to drive a Top Fuel dragster in the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. However, the deal depends on securing funding. Stewart stepped in to drive while his wife, Leah Pruett, took a break, but she will return to racing in 2026.Key Facts
- Tony Stewart is a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion.
- He signed with Elite Motorsports to drive in the 2026 NHRA season.
- The deal is not final until funding is secured.
- Stewart has been driving in place of his wife, Leah Pruett.
- Leah Pruett will return to racing in 2026.
- Elite Motorsports aims to have Stewart and Pruett race in the same series.
- Stewart's participation depends on the purchase of Josh Hart's team and an alliance with Tony Stewart Racing.
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