Double L Motorsports Star Jonathan Davenport Has Done it Again: Makes major announcement, Eldora Speedway Owner Tony Stewart Reacts Shock…
Dirt late model racing fans are buzzing once again as Jonathan Davenport, the undisputed star of Double L Motorsports, has made another groundbreaking move that’s sending shockwaves across the motorsports world. Known for his dominance behind the wheel and unmatched consistency at the biggest stages in dirt racing, Davenport took the spotlight on Monday evening with a major announcement that instantly lit up social media and turned the heads of even the sport’s most seasoned veterans—including Eldora Speedway owner and NASCAR legend Tony Stewart.
During a press conference held at the Charlotte Motor Speedway Dirt Track, Davenport revealed that he will be stepping back from full-time competition in 2025 to pursue a new, hybrid role that includes both driving and managing a newly formed driver development program under the Double L banner. The announcement marks a turning point in his career and could reshape the landscape of late model racing for years to come.
“I’ve accomplished a lot more than I ever dreamed in this sport,” Davenport said in front of a packed media room. “Now, it’s time to give something back. I want to help the next generation of drivers find their path, just like I had people who believed in me early on.”
Davenport’s plan includes the launch of the “Next Dirt Star” initiative, a full-season program that pairs up-and-coming drivers with seasoned veterans for mentoring, training, and opportunities to race in high-profile events. The program will be headquartered at Double L Motorsports’ state-of-the-art facility in Georgia and will receive support from several key sponsors in the racing community.
But the biggest surprise wasn’t just the announcement—it was who will help lead the program alongside Davenport: none other than Tony Stewart himself. Though initially stunned by the proposal, Stewart was quick to endorse the move after meeting privately with Davenport earlier this month.
“I thought he was pulling my leg,” Stewart admitted with a grin. “When JD told me he wanted to build something bigger than racing trophies, I knew he was serious. This is the kind of thinking dirt racing needs to keep thriving.”
Stewart, who purchased Eldora Speedway in 2004 and has been a tireless promoter of grassroots racing, will lend his experience and resources to help fund and shape the program. It’s the first time Stewart and Davenport have partnered on such a scale, and both men acknowledged the powerful potential of their combined efforts.
“This is about legacy now,” Stewart added. “I see what JD has done on the track, and now he wants to do the same off it. I’m honored to be part of that.”
The news comes just months after Davenport’s stellar performance at Eldora, where he claimed his fourth career win at the historic track, further cementing his nickname “Superman” among fans. Now, as he prepares to split his focus between racing and mentoring, the motorsports community waits to see just how high his influence can reach.