“I Don’t Give a Sh*t” – Incessant Tony Stewart Reveals Why He Doesn’t Care if ‘NASCAR is Mad’

Okay. So is there anything that Tony Stewart cannot do? Having won the NASCAR Cup Series championship three times as well as other racing titles in IndyCar Series, USAC Silver Crown, midget, and sprint car racing, Stewart is definitely one of the most versatile drivers. And incessant at exploring new realms, it seems like Stewart’s list of achievements would not be witnessing a full stop soon.

After mastering numerous genres of motorsports, Stewart decided to follow his heart and embark on his new journey as a full-time NHRA driver this year. Always expressing his excitement about his new endeavor during media interactions, Stewart has now finally found a reason to celebrate.

On Sunday, the 51-year-old driver registered his first NHRA victory in Las Vegas. After winning the Top Alcohol Dragster at NHRA Four-Wide Nationals in just his fourth national event start, Stewart has once again proven his mettle. However, as a Hall of Fame inductee, an owner of a Cup team, and winner of several accolades throughout his career, does Tony Stewart feel that his business associates have become weary of his excitement for NHRA racing?

Tony Stewart doesn’t ‘care if anybody’s mad’

In his post-win conversation, as reported by Autoweek.com, Tony Stewart was asked if the people around him are tired of witnessing his excitement for NHRA racing.

To which Stewart replied, “I don’t give a s—. I don’t care if NASCAR is mad. I don’t care if anybody’s mad. I’m having fun, living my life now.” Furthermore, the Stewart-Haas Racing co-owner explained how the sport has actually had some positive impacts on his life.

He added, “I’m able to control my life. I don’t have to do all the things that I had to do with my previous jobs. I have more control of my life. I have great teammates that drive for us, a great wife, and [Pruett and Hagan] have been the best teachers you can ask for and get advice from.”

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What, according to Stewart, makes NHRA so exciting?

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Furthermore, Stewart revealed that it’s mostly the opposite of what was asked. He explained that people around him have actually questioned why he looks happier and more peaceful now.

He said, “They all know I’m having fun. I think it’s the opposite of what you thought. The comment I get the most is how happy I am: ‘You look happy. You look at peace.’ And I haven’t had that for a long time. So I’m at a very good spot in my life right now.”

Recently, Stewart was added to the list of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest NASCAR Drivers of All Time. A continuation of the 1998 list, Tony Stewart was the first of the 25 drivers that will be added to this list.

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