After many slips between the cups, Martin Truex Jr finally clinched a spot in the top 12. However, the cloud hanging over his on-track performance has finally been lifted, revealing a tempest in his personal life that’s been brewing in the background. The latest curveball? The heartbreaking news of the passing of his ex-girlfriend, a pillar in his life for nearly two decades and a driving force behind the Martin Truex Jr. Foundation.
Martin and Sherry first met in 2005 and were together for a good 20 years. After two decades of companionship, mutual respect, and shared dedication to philanthropy, both of them decided to put an end to their relationship earlier this year.
Martin Truex Jr pens down a heartfelt note for Sherry Pollex accentuating her kindness and legacy
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Just hours after Martin Truex Jr pulled himself from the jaws of elimination, vaulting into the top 12, he was hit with a bolt from the blue: the loss of his ex-girlfriend after her courageous nine-year battle with cancer.
While many associate Sherry Pollex with her relationship with Truex Jr, she was no stranger to the NASCAR circuit. In 2000, the checkered flag was waved for Jeff Green, driving under the banner of PPC Racing, a team helmed by none other than Sherry’s father, Greg Pollex. But her legacy wasn?t confined to burning rubber and victory laps; she also left an indelible mark as a beacon of hope in cancer advocacy.
When Sherry Pollex stole the show with a standing ovation at “Catwalk for a Cause,” a brainchild of Truex’s foundation, it was crystal clear that her spirit was larger than life. Even though she was battling her own demons and couldn’t be there in person, her indomitable spirit shone through. This poignant moment, just days before she bid adieu to the world, was a testament to her lasting legacy and steadfast resolve to make a difference.
Fast forward to 2023, Sherry and Martin turned a new leaf, announcing their decision to part ways. Yet, their bond was far from broken, standing as pillars of support, exemplifying that their partnership transcended personal ties. The recent past has seen Truex Jr navigating choppy waters, narrowly steering his way into the Playoffs, and probably now we know the reason why.
In a moment that tugged at heartstrings, Martin Truex Jr took to the podium, sharing a poignant message honoring Sherry’s memory. He wrote, “From the very minute of her diagnosis, Sherry was determined to not only fight ovarian cancer with everything she had but also make a difference in the lives of others battling this terrible disease.
“Sherry’s passion for making a difference in the lives of others was inspiring to everyone. Through her tireless charity work for so many years, her legacy will live well beyond our lifetimes and continue to help countless families who are battling ovarian and childhood cancer.
Statement from Martin Truex Jr. on
the death of his former partner, Sherry Pollex: pic.twitter.com/lwCMpLdIJN— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) September 17, 2023
“I would like to extend my deepest condolences to her entire family, who have shown incredible strength and resilience throughout her battle.”
Furthermore, the NASCAR family, legends and newcomers alike, also rallied behind, tipping their hats in tribute to Sherry Pollex.
Many drivers came forward to pay their condolences to Sherry Pollex through heartfelt tweets
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In the wake of Sherry Pollex’s passing, the NASCAR universe stopped in its tracks. Heavyweights of the circuit, from Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Richard Petty, raced to share their tributes, turning Twitter into a memorial lane.
In a tribute that spoke volumes, the official NASCAR page lamented, ?The NASCAR family mourns the loss of Sherry Pollex, who fought tirelessly with her philanthropic efforts to combat cancer.?
Dale Earnhardt Jr, tipping his hat to her indomitable spirit, remarked, ?She was such a fighter. Inspiring in how she went about her own challenges but also how she learned to live every day to it?s fullest. Amy and I were lucky to have known her and call her a friend.?
From the quarters of the Petty dynasty, Richard Petty shared, ?Richard Petty and the Petty Family is saddened by the loss of Sherry Pollex. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends!?
A true inspiration, she used her battle to help, educate and empower so many others. Thank you Sherry for all that you’ve done, rest in peace. https://t.co/HjTw0lkUqX
— Samantha Busch (@SamanthaBusch) September 17, 2023
Mike Davis wore his heart on his sleeve, penning, ?She fought, scrapped, clawed, battled, inspired, uplifted, and did a world of good for a lot of people. We?d all be better if we lived like Sherry. Rest well, my friend.?
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So sad to hear about Sherry, amazing human being who did so much to help children and the people around her. It was a treasure to know her kindness and heart.
— Ryan Blaney (@Blaney) September 17, 2023
And the list didn’t stop there. NASCAR luminaries like Samantha Busch, Justin Marks, and Michael McDowell, among others, all chimed in with their touching eulogies.
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Though the road between Martin Truex Jr and Sherry Pollex had diverged earlier this year, her legacy and impact on NASCAR will forever remain etched in gold.