Throwing Tony Stewart Under the Bus?

What was supposed to be a lighthearted piece on Tony Stewart’s All-Star race debut turned into a media firestorm. A simple, friendly interview quickly became controversial when Stewart unloaded some fiery opinions, unfiltered and in public. What started as a “fluff piece” became a bombshell story that forced Joe Gibbs Racing into full damage control, leading to a rare, awkward press conference and a statement walk-back from Stewart himself.

• What did Tony Stewart say that shocked reporters into stopping the interview?
• Why did Stewart’s frustrations resonate with other drivers, including Dale Earnhardt?
• How did a tragedy delay the story’s publishing, only to amplify its impact when it finally ran?
• What was Stewart’s surprising response after his win at Dover, just days after the controversy?

In the end, Tony Stewart’s rant hit a nerve that many in NASCAR shared but wouldn’t dare voice. And while he had to walk back his comments, his win at Dover publicly, and his defiant words in Victory Lane, proved the story was far from over. You’ll want to hear the full behind-the-scenes breakdown of how a casual interview turned into a career-defining moment.

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