NASCAR: Tyler Reddick Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Late Scott Bloomquist In Victory Lane Speech

NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick dedicated his FireKeepers Casino 400 victory to the late Scott Bloomquist, a legendary figure in the motorsports community who tragically passed away in an aircraft crash just days before the race at Michigan International Speedway.

Reddick, who secured his second win of the season after a rain-delayed and crash-laden race, paid his heartfelt tribute during his post-race interview in victory lane. He commented:

“I can’t help but sit here in victory lane and think of Scott Bloomquist. Huge mentor to me and an incredible role model and legend of dirt racing and motorsports. The last couple of days have been tough, and this really helps it.

“So this win, I think, should go for him and his family and friends, and all that meant a lot to him.”

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“I can’t help but sit here in victory lane and think of Scott Bloomquist.”

Tyler Reddick pays tribute to the racing legend who died in a plane crash last week. #NASCAR pic.twitter.com/7qKeHgM7T5

— NASCAR on NBC (@NASCARonNBC) August 19, 2024

Bloomquist left behind a legacy marked by nine national titles and over 600 career wins, with his final victory recorded at Thunder Mountain Speedway in 2020.

“Known for his relentless innovation, Bloomquist was instrumental in advancing the dirt Late Model industry. Brian Carter, CEO of World Racing Group, praised Bloomquist’s enduring contributions, stating, as quoted by World Of Outlaws:

“Scott Bloomquist’s legendary status not only grew out of his accomplishments on track, but his innovations throughout the dirt Late Model industry,” World Racing Group CEO Brian Carter said.

“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.”

NASCAR Cup Series FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway Results

1. Tyler Reddick – 23XI Racing
2. William Byron – Hendrick Motorsports
3. Ty Gibbs – Joe Gibbs Racing
4. Kyle Busch – Richard Childress Racing
5. Brad Keselowski – RFK Racing
6. Chris Buescher – RFK Racing
7. Zane Smith – Spire Motorsports
8. Daniel Suárez – Trackhouse Racing
9. Denny Hamlin – Joe Gibbs Racing
10. Carson Hocevar – Spire Motorsports
11. Ryan Preece – Stewart-Haas Racing
12. Noah Gragson – Stewart-Haas Racing
13. Ricky Stenhouse Jr – JTG Daugherty Racing
14. Harrison Burton – Wood Brothers Racing
15. Chase Elliott – Hendrick Motorsports
16. Erik Jones – Legacy Motor Club
17. Austin Dillon – Richard Childress Racing
18. Ryan Blaney – Team Penske
19. Michael McDowell – Front Row Motorsports
20. Justin Haley – Rick Ware Racing
21. Cody Ware – Rick Ware Racing
22. Josh Berry – Stewart-Haas Racing
23. Daniel Hemric – Kaulig Racing
24. Martin Truex Jr – Joe Gibbs Racing
25. Ross Chastain – Trackhouse Racing
26. Bubba Wallace – 23XI Racing
27. Alex Bowman – Hendrick Motorsports
28. Austin Cindric – Team Penske
29. John H. Nemechek – Legacy Motor Club
30. AJ Allmendinger – Kaulig Racing
31. Chase Briscoe – Stewart-Haas Racing – Suspended
32. Corey LaJoie – Spire Motorsports – DNF
33. Joey Logano – Team Penske – DNF
34. Kyle Larson – Hendrick Motorsports – DNF
35. Christopher Bell – Joe Gibbs Racing – DNF
36. Todd Gilliland – Front Row Motorsports – DNF