“I wouldn’t be here without you”: NASCAR champion Ty Majeski heaps praise on wife Ali for ‘weathering the storm’ with him

NASCAR driver Ty Majeski recently expressed his appreciation for his wife Ali Vanderloop for playing a crucial role in his journey to becoming the 2024 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series champion. This marks Majeski's first NASCAR championship, after competing in the sport for nearly six years.

The 30-year-old pilots the #98 Ford F-150 for ThorSport Racing, competing full-time in the Truck Series. During the 2024 campaign, Majeski secured three race wins, 14 top-ten, and 10 top-five finishes in 23 race starts. Moreover, he started from pole position six times this season, averaging an impressive starting position of 4.783.

During the NASCAR Awards Ceremony at the Charlotte Convention Center, Majeski took the stage to reflect on his championship season and express gratitude. In his speech, the 30-year-old notably thanked his wif for her unwavering support throughout his journey to the title. (via ThorSport Racing on X)

"Thank you to my entire family for all their sacrifices over the years. It takes a lot to do this. My wonderful wife, Ali, sitting over here. Thank you for weathering the storm with me. I wouldn't be here without you," Majeski said. [03:25]

Ty Majeski and his wife Ali Vanderloop got engaged in 2018, and the latter has been in attendance in many of the ThorSport Racing driver's races.

The 30-year-old delivered an astonishing performance in the 2024 Truck Series Championship race at Phoenix Raceway. Leading 132 of the 150 laps, Majeski showcased unparalleled dominance, crossing the finish line a remarkable 3.945 seconds ahead of Corey Heim, who piloted the #11 for Tricon Garage.

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"One decision changed my life" - Ty Majeski shares his journey that set him on the road to NASCAR Truck Series glory

Ty Majeski joined ThorSport Racing in 2021, piloting the #66 entry, part-time in the Truck Series. The next season, he ran his first full-time season with the team under the same number. However, his rookie season was marked with Niece Motorsports in 2020, which controversially ended prematurely.

Looking back at how things unfurled for the 2024 Truck Series champion, Majeski outlined how one small decision paved the way for him to become a NASCAR champion. In conversation with SiriusXM NASCAR channel, the 30-year-old said:

“It’s crazy how, you know, one little decision can alter your career path and your life for that matter...I got the chance to sit down with Duke for 20 or 25 minutes, told him my story, told him I was interested in racing for his team. I kind of explained my background and where I came from, and my engineering mindset." [00:10]

After being offered a job by Duke Thorson, Majeski said:

"I decided to make the move up to Ohio. I thought it just made sense. It turned into a full-time deal in 2022, and now we're champions together. So very special. The story is incredible. Thank you to Duke, Rhonda, and the whole Thorson family from the bottom of my heart." [01:26]

The Truck Series will return with its action on February 14 at Daytona International Speedway for the Fresh From Florida 250, at 7:30 PM ET.