The Indiana-based U.M.R.A. King of the TQ Midget Racing Series has been purchased by three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee Tony Stewart. The series will now be known as the All Star Circuit of Champions TQ Midgets.

In operation since 1961, TQ Midgets races throughout the Hoosier State, most recently concluding a schedule that included 25 races in 2019.

With the help of Stewart and a dedicated All Star TQ Midgets staff, the series hopes to continue longstanding traditions in 2020 while broadening the series’ overall exposure.

“I had the opportunity to start racing TQ Midgets in Indiana right after high school and I’ve had a passion ever since. The experience was valuable and it acted as a crucial step in my USAC career,” Stewart said, who competes in a TQ Midget when time allows while also owning a TQ Midget team driven by Ron Combs. “It’s a fun atmosphere with a lot of great drivers and teams and I am truly passionate about it. Our goal is to promote that experience to others and hopefully continue to make this series grow.”