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As Tony Stewart competes in his last race, the driver’s parents are looking back at a fantastic career.
Pam and Nelson Stewart have watched their son — nicknamed “Smoke” — grow into the NASCAR star we know today. His legacy began 56 miles from Indianapolis Motor Speedway, in Columbus.
Favorite moments for Pam include wins at the Brickyard and his charitable work. For Nelson, Tony’s triumphs and tribulations make the win at Sonoma stand out.
Watch their conversation with 24-Hour News 8’s Laura Steele in the video above.
Tony Stewart’s racing career is legendary. With three NASCAR Cup Series championships and a successful first foray into NHRA drag racing, “Smoke” has left an indelible mark on motorsports. But behind his racing accolades lies a story of unwavering parental support. Nelson Stewart and Pam Boas are more than Tony’s parents; they are the cornerstone of his storied journey.
Nelson Stewart and Pam Boas hail from Columbus, Indiana, where Tony’s racing dream first took shape. Nelson, a former racer himself, passed down his passion for motorsports to Tony. “He was riding a Big Wheel in circles at age 5,” Nelson recalls. “That’s when I knew he had the balance and instincts for racing.” By age 6, Tony had graduated to a yard kart, and the family’s racing odyssey began.
