Alex Bowman

Alex Michael Bowman, born April 25, 1993, in Tucson, Arizona, is an accomplished American professional stock car racing driver. He races full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, piloting the No. 48 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Hendrick Motorsports. Bowman is known for his competitive driving style, consistent front-row starts—especially at the Daytona 500—and his emerging status as a key figure in NASCAR racing.

Early Life and Background

Bowman began racing at seven years old, competing in quarter midget cars in USAC competitions across Arizona and California. By 2006, he had amassed nine national championships and 165 feature race wins. He won the USAC National Focus Midget Championship and California Dirt Focus Midget Championship in 2008, and earned the USAC National Midget Rookie of the Year award in 2009. A serious accident in 2010 resulted in broken ribs and a clavicle but did not deter his progress. Bowman transitioned to stock cars and NASCAR’s K&N Pro Series East in 2011, winning Rookie of the Year honors there and finishing sixth in points. He made his NASCAR debut in the Nationwide Series (now Xfinity) in 2012 and began full-time Cup Series competition in 2014 with BK Racing.

Career

Bowman’s NASCAR career took a significant step forward when he signed with Hendrick Motorsports in 2018. He is noted for an exceptional string of six consecutive front-row starts in the Daytona 500 between 2018 and 2023, winning the pole position in 2018, 2021, and 2023. Bowman earned his third Cup Series victory in 2024, winning the Grant Park 165 and securing a playoff berth for that season. Over his NASCAR career, Bowman has competed in over 300 races, recording 8 Cup Series wins and nearly 100 top-10 finishes. He also competes part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series for Hendrick Motorsports in the No. 17 Chevrolet.

Off-Track Ventures

Outside racing, Bowman owns a dirt midget and sprint car team named Alex Bowman Racing, reflecting his ongoing passion for grassroots motorsports. He is also known as an auto-enthusiast, often working on race cars alongside his father from a young age, which helped build his mechanical knowledge.

Net Worth

Alex Bowman’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $10 million.

Personal Life

Bowman’s father, Sean Bowman, owns a small auto body shop where Alex learned much about car mechanics and racing culture. Alex credits his father with inspiring his passion for racing and work ethic. Bowman is not married. He is currently with his girlfriend Chloe Henderson.

Recent Controversies

Bowman has been involved in racing controversies involving on-track incidents and heated exchanges with fellow drivers such as Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch, who have criticized him publicly after close and sometimes contentious races. These conflicts reflect the intensity of NASCAR competition but have not significantly impacted his professional reputation.

Key Highlights from Seasons 2024 and 2025

In 2024, Bowman broke an 80-race winless streak by winning the Grant Park 165, marking his third career Cup victory and solidifying his spot in the playoffs. He registered six top-five finishes and ranked 10th in the points standings as of mid-2024. Bowman continued part-time Xfinity racing while excelling in the Cup Series. In the early 2025 season, he maintained competitive form within Hendrick Motorsports’ driver lineup. Given ongoing developments typical in NASCAR, some exact details, such as crew chief assignments, may evolve with the season.