5 times when NASCAR drivers nailed their marriage proposals
Proposing to your significant other for marriage can be more scary than driving at 200 mph for NASCAR drivers. Despite going full speed on the tracks, stock car racers are just like us when it comes to proposing to their girlfriends. They are also scared while making marriage proposals.
Here is a list of drivers who successfully nailed their marriage proposals.
#5. NASCAR Cup Series Harrison Burton's "scary" proposal
Harrison Burton proposed to his partner Jenna Petty in New York on March 27, 2024, at her favourite place. However, hiding the ring and keeping the surprise a secret proved challenging for him. He was particularly anxious about airport security, worrying that his bag might be opened and his surprise ruined, or that he might lose the ring while hiding it.
In a report shared by The Athletic, Burton mentioned that he had planned the proposal for a long time. He further described New York as an odd setting for the occasion. Burton added that as he got down on one knee near a stone bridge in Central Park, a pair of individuals were engaged in a playful sword fight. Fortunately, Burton's photographer was able to pick a perfect angle to capture the moment.
#4. Ryan Blaney's surprise marriage proposal on mountains
Team Penske driver Ryan Blaney decided to propose to his long-time girlfriend Gianna Tulio during his trip to the mountains in December. The couple went to a mountain resort located in central Washington, where Blaney got down on his knee and proposed to Tulio.
He expressed the emotions he felt during that time and said:
“It’s just an awkward thing,” Blaney said. “You’re on your knee and you’re looking up at your girlfriend, presenting her with this prize. … You’re not nervous because you think they’re going to say, ‘No,’ you’re just nervous at how you’re going to sound. And this question that you’re asking them, it’s just a very odd moment.” (via TheAthletic.com)
#3. Daniel Suárez's proposal at a special place from his childhood
Daniel Suárez initially planned a sentimental proposal to his girlfriend Julia Piquet outside her childhood home in Monaco. However, his photographer overslept, ruining his original plan. The NASCAR driver quickly adapted and improvised, taking her to the beach instead. He coordinated with the photographer to ensure they were there to capture the special moment.
Later, Suárez proposed on the beach where Piquet spent her youth, a location holding sentimental value for her. Despite the initial setback with the photographer, Suárez's improvised plan ensured the special moment. The couple eventually tied the knot during the Paris Olympic break.
#2. Bubba Wallace's surprise proposal during a hike
23XI Racing Cup Series driver Bubba Wallace proposed to his long-time girlfriend Amanda Carter after five years of dating. Wallace highlighted that no one will ever know why he waited that long to pop the question. The NASCAR driver faced the challenge of choosing the perfect location for his significant proposal.
Wallace eventually opted for a scenic spot near a waterfall, where he knelt down on one knee to ask for Amanda's hand in marriage. He wrote:
"The wait is over!! Here's to forever! Forever ever!"
#1. Brad Keselowski's adorable proposal to his long-time girlfriend
NASCAR Cup Series driver Brad Keselowski ended 2016 with an adorable proposal to his long-time girlfriend Paige White. To make the day memorable, Keselowski went all in and brought a horse carriage. He mentioned that this was "more nerve-racking" than 500 miles on Talladega Superspeedway. The couple tied the knot just two months after they got engaged.