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It’s been a little over two months since the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing season began in Gainesville and for Leah Pruett, time has been a benefit. “I’m glad Gainesville is over, I’ll say that,” …
Leah Pruett recently reflected on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing season that started in Gainesville over two months ago and expressed relief that it’s behind her, highlighting the challenges she faced as a non-Top Fuel driver with her husband, Tony Stewart, taking over the driving duties. Stewart, who previously competed in Top Alcohol, now drives Pruett’s dragster, adding to the emotional rollercoaster they experienced at the start of the season. Despite a tough start, Pruett expressed pride in their progress and efforts to bring their plan to fruition. As the season progressed, Pruett became more involved in different team projects, shifting her focus from nervousness about Stewart’s performance to the core racing emotions of the will and desire to win. The couple, who are not yet expecting, faced some challenges and frustrations earlier in the season, but remain dedicated to their racing journey and future plans.
