Tony Stewart on Scott Bloomquist:
“Scott Bloomquist was one of a kind, and he was probably the smartest guy I have ever been around when it came to dirt racing. He was a force on the track and off, with a personality as big as his list of accomplishments. He made dirt racing better with a presence that will be greatly missed and never duplicated.
Bloomquist had an uncanny ability to read the track and adapt in ways that others simply couldn’t. It was like he had a sixth sense for what was happening underneath his car. His success on the dirt track didn’t come by chance; it was a product of his tireless work ethic and deep understanding of the sport. Not only was he a fierce competitor, but he was a student of the game. Scott would constantly work on understanding the nuances of his car, the conditions of the track, and how to maximize everything to his advantage. That kind of intelligence is rare in any sport, let alone dirt racing.
On the track, he was virtually unstoppable. His driving style was both calculated and aggressive, always staying ahead of the competition. Whether it was a high-speed battle or a tactical maneuver on a slick track, Scott knew how to position himself for the win. He had a way of getting his car exactly where it needed to be in any given situation, and more often than not, he was the one standing in victory lane. His career was filled with big wins and championships, but more than the accolades, it was his relentless drive that made him a true legend.
Off the track, Scott was larger than life. He had a magnetic personality that drew people to him. He could make you laugh one minute and give you insight into the inner workings of racing the next. He was always willing to share his knowledge with others, and his contributions to the sport went far beyond just his racing success. Scott was one of those rare individuals who could both dominate the sport and contribute to its growth.
Scott Bloomquist wasn’t just a race car driver. He was an ambassador for dirt racing. His legacy goes beyond the wins, beyond the championships; it’s about how he elevated the entire sport. He will forever be remembered as one of the greatest to ever do it, and his impact will never be forgotten. We’ll all miss seeing him on the track, but his influence will remain in every corner of the dirt racing world.”
