Tony Stewart supports Carson Hocevar in Ryan Blaney confrontation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 3:57 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Tony Stewart expressed support for Carson Hocevar following the fight with Ryan Blaney at the Bristol Night Race on September 19. Stewart, addressing the incident on Door Bumper Clear, criticized Blaney's approach while acknowledging his right to confront Hocevar. Neither driver received penalties from NASCAR. Stewart noted that the garage's etiquette has deteriorated and emphasized the importance of drivers handling their conflicts. Both Hocevar and Blaney remain in the Chase as they head to Las Vegas on October 4.
- •Tony Stewart sided with Carson Hocevar in the Blaney fight.
- •Stewart criticized Blaney's method of confrontation.
- •NASCAR did not penalize either driver after the incident.
- •Stewart mentioned a decline in garage etiquette over time.
- •Hocevar and Blaney are still competing in the Chase.
- 3:57 PMYahoo Sports — Tony Stewart Sides With Carson Hocevar in Blaney Fight
"Tony Stewart says Ryan Blaney had the right idea confronting Carson Hocevar at Bristol but went about it all wrong. He also says the garage has lost its old code.
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