NASCAR’s Latest Relationship Drama: Is Chase Elliott’s Romance Over?

NASCAR drivers’ personal lives often create as much excitement as their on-track rivalries, with fans eagerly following their relationships and breakups. Over the years, love stories within the sport have captured attention, from Danica Patrick’s five-year relationship with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. to Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s marriage to Amy Reimann. Now, another high-profile NASCAR romance is making headlines: Chase Elliott and Ashley Stephenson.

Has Chase Elliott’s Romance with Ashley Stephenson Ended?

Chase Elliott, a seven-time Most Popular Driver winner and 2020 Cup Series champion, is known for being private about his personal life. However, speculation about his relationships has always intrigued fans. Previously linked to Kaylie Green, Elliott has kept his romantic life under wraps—until his recent connection with Ashley Stephenson became the subject of widespread interest.

Their relationship reportedly began in late 2024, but rumors had circulated as early as 2020/2021 when Elliott posted videos of Stephenson on his Instagram stories. Over time, fans noticed her presence at races and on social media, fueling speculation. Despite Elliott’s reserved nature, the couple seemed happy, occasionally sharing glimpses of their time together.

However, their romance has been a rollercoaster. Earlier in 2025, Ashley deleted multiple photos of Elliott from her Instagram and briefly made her profile private, leading fans to speculate about a breakup. The couple appeared to reconcile shortly afterward, quieting the rumors—until now.

Recently, fans reignited the breakup speculation after noticing Ashley had once again removed photos of Elliott from her Instagram and set her account to private. This move has left fans wondering if their relationship has ended for good this time. Social media discussions quickly gained traction, with fans dissecting every detail of their interactions.

How Will This Affect Elliott’s Performance?

While neither Elliott nor Ashley has commented publicly, fans continue to speculate about the impact this might have on Elliott’s focus. The NASCAR star began the 2025 season strong with a victory at the Cook Out Clash. His best performance since then was a 4th-place finish at COTA, followed by finishes of 15th, 20th, and 10th at Daytona, Atlanta, and Phoenix, respectively. Whether his personal life will affect his performance on track remains to be seen.

Fans React to the Latest Drama

Chase Elliott’s relationship status has sparked passionate reactions online. Many fans pointed out the on-again, off-again nature of their romance. One fan bluntly stated, “This illustrates how unhealthy their relationship is. Delete, add, delete, add, public, private, public, private…” highlighting the repeated social media changes.

Others were less surprised by the latest development. One fan remarked, “Honestly… I’m just surprised it took her this long. I figured it’d happen sooner…once the wedding, Christmas, and Valentine’s Day were over.”

Some fans compared their situation to other NASCAR couples. “She’s put her Instagram to private again, so like I said, her and Chase are just a less toxic version of Denny Hamlin and Jordan Fish.” However, another disagreed, saying, “I think Ash is a whole lot crazier than Jordan. Jordan doesn’t normally go on a deleting spree every single time she and Denny break up.”

One fan even pointed out a broader trend, noting, “Have you ever noticed Hendrick Motorsports doesn’t take pictures of their drivers with their girlfriends?” This observation suggests that some NASCAR teams may encourage drivers to keep their personal lives private.

What’s Next for Chase Elliott?

As of now, neither Chase Elliott nor Ashley Stephenson has addressed the speculation. While fans remain eager for clarity, Elliott’s focus will likely remain on his performance in the 2025 season. Whether this chapter in his personal life has closed for good or if another reconciliation is on the horizon remains to be seen.

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