Dale Earnhardt is undoubtedly one of the biggest superstars in NASCAR history. His seven NASCAR Cup Series championships, accumulated over two decades, have made him a formidable competitor. Despite his untimely demise on the racetrack in 2001, he remains one of the biggest inspirations for aspiring racers. Among one of those racers is his 12-year-old grandson, Wyatt Miller. The son of Kelley Earnhardt Miller, Miller was born into a family where racing runs deep.

He is currently running in Tulsa as the reigning 2024 Restricted Micro Champion. Amid the ongoing tournament, Wyatt is making headlines not for his racing but for his racing attire. In a social media post, his mother Kelley revealed details of his emotional tribute to his grandfather Dale Earnhardt.

Wyatt Miller pays homage to racing legends

Wyatt Miller represents the third generation of the Earnhardt family in the ongoing Tulsa Shootout. His amazing performances in the last few years have earned him the title of upcoming star. However, his Tulsa racing helmet is making waves on social media. Addressing the interest in Wyatt’s helmet, his mother shared a heartfelt post and revealed its significance.

Sharing his picture, Kelley wrote, “Someone asked about the significance of Wyatt’s helmet, Dale Earnhardt (number 3), Jesus (cross) and @jasonmcdougal69 (flamingo).” Notably, the Number 3 is one of the most successful charters in NASCAR history. The No. 3 car has put eight drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame, with three more nominated. However, it became synonymous with ‘The Intimidator’ with his legendary performances. Dale Earnhardt won 67 of his 76 races with this charter earning six championships. The number 3 on Wyatt’s helmet paid tribute to his grandfather’s legacy.

Meanwhile, the cross sign on Wyatt’s helmet reflects his belief in Jesus. Notably, the Earnhardt Family has been very religious. Wyatt’s grandfather, Dale Earnhardt, used to pray after every race to thank god. Rev Max Helton, who was the lead prayer of Earnhardt, revealed it in an interview by saying, “Man, he grabbed me by the neck and pulled my head in and said, ‘Let’s pray and thank God for this victory.” 

Apart from his grandfather and Jesus, Wyatt also honored former open-wheel racer Jason McDougal. The 28-year-old superstar has been a multi-time winner at the prestigious Tulsa Shootout. Wyatt engraved his iconic flamingo on his helmet to pay homage to a legend. Notably, McDougal retired from professional racing in 2023 and currently builds chassis for different cars.

Meanwhile, as Wyatt pays homage to legends, he continues to pave the way for his racing career. His career highlights include victories at the 2024 Tulsa Shootout and the English Creek Outlaw Nationals. Competing in the A-Class Wing Micro Division, he has consistently showcased talent and determination. In the ongoing Tulsa Shootout, he delivered a stellar performance. Despite a near-disastrous start in the K&B Racing Restricted A-Class feature, Wyatt recovered and dominated the race. Leading from the front, he won the race by a significant gap of 2.583 seconds.

After this performance, Wyatt hopes to make it count and win another championship at Tulsa. However, he is having a very tough competition from other upcoming racers. Brexton Busch and Owen Larson are also making waves in their respective events. Their stellar performance has been the highlight of the event.

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Rising stars dominate Tulsa Shootout

The Tulsa Shootout has always been a platform for emerging talent, and 2025 is no different. From Owen Larson to Brexton Busch, there have been multiple emerging talents who are dominating the ongoing event. Kyle Larson’s son Owen showcased exceptional skill in the Junior Sprint car racing division. His dramatic three-way overtake in the last laps earned him a well-deserved victory. While the pack was fighting for the lead, Owen took the inside line and stole the checkered flag.

Meanwhile, Brexton Busch also impressed the audience with his performance at the event. Coming off a stellar 2024 season, winning 48 out of 134 races, Brexton dominated the Tulsa heat. He Secured the pole position for the Junior Sprint A-Main after an incredible drive. He also qualified for the A-Main event with a fourth-place finish in the qualifiers.

Apart from these star kids, another racing sensation that is making waves in Tulsa is nine-year-old McKenna Kren. She dominated the junior sprint heats by winning her heat. She also finished fourth in the qualifiers to pave her way to the next round. Notably, she is being backed by Tony Stewart’s wife and former drag racer Leah Pruett. Amid the ongoing event, she will surely pose a threat to others in the last two days.