Tragedy just hit the NASCAR fraternity. Legendary Dirt Race Car Driver Scott Bloomquist has passed away in a plane crash. His aircraft crashed near his home in Mooresburg, Tennessee. Bloomquist’s lustrous career enclosed some coveted titles, including the 2004 World of Outlaws Late Model Series and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship in 2009, 2010, and 2016. He was 60 at the time of the crash.

Scoot Bloomquist was inducted into the National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame in 2002. After a decorated career in Dirt Racing, he announced his retirement from full-time racing in 2020 owing to several health issues he had to face with age. But despite his retirement, Scott continued to appear at several events. He remained an important influence in the racing community and continued to provide mentorship to upcoming generations of drivers.

According to recent reports, Bloomquist was flying the 1938 Piper Cub J3C-65 that he owned at the time of the crash. Mooresburg police revealed that they have successfully identified Scott Bloomquist’s remains inside the cockpit. The Federal Aviation Administration will also review the crash and assess the circumstances leading to this unfortunate accident.

Fans and NASCAR racers shocked at the demise of Scott Bloomquist

Fans expressed their emotions about the demise of this legendary racer on social media. Some fans are understandably shocked, others simply cannot hold their emotions back. An emotional dirt racing fan wrote, “Sick to my stomach hearing this. Rest in peace.“ Scott was loved by fans across the aisle. Hardly anyone familiar with Dirt Car Racing said a nasty word about the ace racer. An emotional fan had this to say on the news of his sudden demise, “Dammit. We were just talking about him. RIP.” These comments reflect just the sort of home name Scott Bloomquist was amongst racing fans.

Some fans simply could not hold back their shock on hearing this news. A similar fan wrote, “Duuuude, this is very disappointing news to hear this morning.” Others gave their heartfelt condolences to his friends and family, “Rip Scott 🙏 sympathies go out to his family and friends a champion forever.”

Condolences have also poured in from NASCAR legends and cup series as well. Tony Stewart, a dirt car racing legend himself and NASCAR Hall of Famer had a heartfelt message to share remembering Scott Bloomquist. Stewart said, “Thinking of and praying for the family, friends, and fans of Scott Bloomquist. Innovator, fierce competitor & all-around badass don’t begin to touch what he meant to the sport.” Tony Stewart had some fond memories of his own with the legendary Scott Bloomquist. Both racers cherished a friendly bond off the racetrack and after saying goodbye to the sport.

Clint Bowyer, another former NASCAR racer remembers the magnanimity of the personality of Scott Bloomquist and his career. Sharing his thoughts on social media, Bowyer said, “Sad to hear of the passing of Scott Bloomquist. The stories are endless! You simply couldn’t fit his life into just one movie, It’ll take a series! RIP.” The adrenaline rush Bloomquist’s career had, indeed, requires nothing short of a series!

Kyle Larson is another name that remembers Bloomquist in his thoughts. Larson also started his career in the same division. Bloomquist’s style of racing had a significant impact on Larson’s career. The cup series driver posted, “RIP Scott Bloomquist” on his X handle.  Probably the untimely loss of a legend was a bit too much for Larson as he simply appeared to be groping for words to express his sorrow in the incident. Other professional racers and legends like Brian Brown and Kenny Wallace also shared their messages celebrating the life and career of Scott Bloomquist.

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