Alex Bowman engagement news delighted the NASCAR community this offseason, as the Hendrick Motorsports driver revealed he proposed to longtime girlfriend Chloe Henderson near Concord, North Carolina. The announcement, made via social media, quickly made waves across the Cup Series garage and among fans, adding a joyful moment for the couple as Bowman enters a crucial phase in his racing career.
A Personal Milestone for Bowman and Henderson
Bowman and Henderson have shared their relationship with the public since September 2023, with Chloe regularly accompanying the No. 48 driver throughout Cup Series events. Away from the spotlight, Henderson, a Charlotte native and former hairdresser, has typically preferred privacy, but she has become a recognizable face in the garage area alongside Bowman before and after races since 2024. The couple shares a passion for dogs, caring for three—Finn, Merle, and their most recent rescue, Huck, adopted in June 2024.
Proposal in a Scenic Setting
Taking a personal step forward, Bowman proposed on a forest trail with their two dogs present. Sharing the event on Instagram, Bowman posted photos—one on his knee and one showing Henderson’s engagement ring. His caption simply read:
“Did a thing.”
Several notable names in the NASCAR world responded warmly. Cup Series announcer Mamba Smith encapsulated fan reaction with:
“Hell yea dude.” — Mamba Smith, Cup Series announcer
The official NASCAR account joined in with:
“❤️❤️❤️” — NASCAR official account
Congratulations from other figures in the sport, including John Hunter Nemechek and Kaitlyn Vincie, poured in, showing the widespread support for Bowman and Henderson’s exciting news.
Timing Coincides with Crucial NASCAR Season
This milestone arrives as Alex Bowman faces pressure heading into 2026, following an uneven 2025 campaign. The 32-year-old finished thirteenth in the Cup Series standings, qualifying for the playoffs for a second year in a row but bowing out after the Round of 16. Notably, Bowman was the only Hendrick Motorsports driver to end the season without a race victory, while two of his teammates advanced to the Championship 4.
Bowman’s standout moments included turning a pole position at Homestead into a strong second-place finish, only trailing teammate Kyle Larson late in the race. Despite a setback in Mexico City—where he started 29th due to injury—Bowman made an impressive comeback to finish fourth at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. However, the latter part of the season saw him secure only a single top-10 in the final seven races, and his yearly average finish dropped to 17.4, the lowest since joining Hendrick full-time. Bowman’s average start also dipped to 15.8, raising questions about his future at Hendrick Motorsports.
Returning with a refreshed look in the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet, Bowman heads into the 2026 season opener with renewed motivation and personal happiness. The combination of his engagement and a pivotal career moment sets the stage for a significant year, both on and off the track. As the Cup Series gears up for another season, fans and fellow competitors alike will watch closely to see how Alex Bowman channels this new chapter of his life into his performance behind the wheel.
