Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) didn’t just start as just another racing outfit; it was born from Leah Pruett’s ambition and Tony Stewart’s support. Pruett, a driver since age eight, had built a decorated NHRA Top Fuel career long before TSR fielded its first full-time Top Fuel entry under her name. When Stewart founded TSR’s Nitro program, it was with Pruett in mind. Over the years, TSR collected owner championships in USAC, World of Outlaws, and other disciplines, establishing itself as more than just a namesake. But now, everything seems to be changing.

After welcoming their son Dominic in late 2024, Pruett stepped out of the cockpit and Stewart took over the wheel of her Top Fuel car. But TSR always planned for this pivot, and now, as she returns in 2026 with the Direct Connection Dodge/SRT

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