NASCAR Drivers Pay Touching Tributes To Dirt Racing Icon Scott Bloomquist After Tragic Death

The motorsports world is mourning the loss of Scott Bloomquist, a revered Dirt Late Model racing champion and Hall of Famer, who tragically died in an aircraft crash near his home in Mooresburg, Tennessee, on Friday morning. The horrible incident has elicited an outpouring of heartfelt tributes from the racing community.

Tony Stewart, a fellow NASCAR Hall of Famer and dirt track racing legend, commented on Bloomquist's groundbreaking contributions to the sport. In his tribute, Stewart expressed his condolences, saying:

"Thinking of and praying for the family, friends and fans of Scott Bloomquist -@SBR_TeamZero. Innovator, fierce competitor & all-around badass don't begin to touch what he meant to the sport. Godspeed, Scott... & thank you for everything you brought to dirt racing. - TSR"

Semi-retired driver and NASCAR commentator Clint Bowyer also posted:

"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"

Kyle Larson, a NASCAR star with roots in dirt racing, succinctly acknowledged the loss with a poignant message: "RIP Scott Bloomquist."

Dirt track racing driver Brian Brown also shared:

"I had never met Scott Bloomquist before the @SRXracing race at Knoxville in 2021 Out of all the superstars I was lucky enough to race with that weekend. I was most nervous to meet Scott I had always looked up to him from afar I just thought of him as an all business, all the time racer that didn't care about another fellow racer at all.

"Let alone some winged sprint car guy Man I couldn't have been more wrong. What I was Lucky enough to meet was a down to earth, just like the rest of us one of a kind racer with a huge heart We struck up a friendship that weekend that led to many text message exchanges since that weekend I saw Scott at the World Finals last year.

"We talked like life long friends. The moral of the story. Is Never Judge a book by its Cover They can say what they want about Scott. But he did it HIS way and that is very admirable RIP my friend. Can't wait to catch up again one day"

Bloomquist's career was nothing short of legendary. He clinched the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship three times and claimed the World of Outlaws Late Model Series title in 2004, among various other accolades. Bloomquist was the all-time leader in victories within the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, achieving an astounding 94 wins. His prowess on the track led to his induction into the National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame in 2002. Beyond these competitions, Bloomquist also made appearances in NASCAR and ARCA series.

Brian Carter, CEO of the World Racing Group, shared a poignant message, writing:

"Scott Bloomquist's legendary status not only grew out of his accomplishments on track, but his innovations throughout the dirt Late Model industry. He played a key role with DIRTcar Racing and the World of Outlaws, helping to rebuild the World of Outlaws Late Models so it could grow into what it's become today. His influences also helped the evolution of racetracks and chassis over the years. Bloomquist's passion for the sport and innovative mind will be deeply missed by all."

Scott Bloomquist's death is a significant loss to the motorsports community. His legacy will undoubtedly continue to influence future generations of racers and fans alike.