Leah Pruett to Step Away From NHRA Series Following Season

Tyler Longview, TX, September 18, 2026 —

NHRA drag racing competitor Leah Pruett has announced plans to step away from the series at the conclusion of the current season. The decision comes as Pruett intends to focus on personal matters, specifically expanding her family with her husband, fellow racing figure Tony Stewart.

Pruett, a prominent driver in the NHRA circuit, has accumulated multiple victories and accolades throughout her career. Her departure marks a significant moment for fans and participants of the sport. The exact timeline for her final races this season was not detailed in the announcement, but it is understood that the current season will be her last for the foreseeable future.

The announcement did not specify any return plans for Pruett to professional racing. Her focus will reportedly be on her family life with Tony Stewart. Stewart himself is a well-known figure in motorsports, with a career spanning multiple disciplines, including NASCAR and IndyCar, in addition to his involvement in drag racing ownership.

Further details regarding Pruett’s final races this season or any specific plans for her family expansion were not immediately available. The NHRA community is expected to acknowledge her contributions as the season progresses towards its end.

Story summarized from the original created by MARK LONG, Associated Press on www.ketk.com, see more information here.

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