NASCAR drivers join the pickleball craze

Racecar driver Josh Williams serves up some fun on the pickleball court. Photo by Will Tharp.

Pickleball players took over the Charlotte Motor Speedway in support of Speedway Children’s Charities. Photo by Will Tharp

Racecar driver Denny Hamlin gears up for a day on the pickleball courts. Photo by Will Tharp.

NASCAR driver Austin Dillon plays pickleball for charity. Photo by Will Tharp.

Tournament participants add extra fun to the day with coordinated T-shirts. Photo by Will Tharp.

Former NFL player Jonathan Stewart participates in the Pit Road Pickleball Tournament. Photo by Will Tharp.

The prizes for the winners included the Luxx Control Air, Pro S1 pickleballs, and of course, a jar of pickles. Photo by Will Tharp.

Sarah Yates-Park and Austin Dillon compete in the Pit Road Pickleball Tournament. Photo by Will Tharp.

Though the competition remained high, the sportsmanship was on full display. Photo by Will Tharp.

Racecar drivers traded in their cars for pickleball paddles at the Pit Road Pickleball Tournament. Photo by Will Tharp.