Alex Bowman’s girlfriend, Chloe Henderson, took a moment to relax in California as the NASCAR race weekend at Sonoma Raceway approached. Henderson shared a sunbathing photo on social media featuring a scenic mountainous backdrop, highlighting a quiet moment amid the busy racing schedule.
Bowman and Henderson began dating in 2023, after the Hendrick Motorsports driver posted images from a boat outing showing their affectionate time together. While Henderson mostly keeps her personal life out of the public eye, she is occasionally seen cheering Bowman during races.
Just before the upcoming fourth road course race of the 2025 NASCAR season, Chloe Henderson posted a brief glimpse of her view on Instagram Stories on Friday, simply showing her perspective without comment.
Alex Bowman’s recent racing performances and Sonoma prospects
Coming off an intense street race in Chicago last week, Alex Bowman arrives at Sonoma Raceway ready to compete. During that race, Bowman was engaged in a close fight with Bubba Wallace until the two came into contact on the 70th lap, causing Wallace to spin out. This incident gave Bowman the advantage to advance past Wallace in the In-Season Challenge’s second round and set up a face-off with 32nd-seeded Ty Dillon on Sonoma’s 1.99-mile circuit.
The upcoming Sonoma race is scheduled for July 13 at 3:30 p.m. ET and will cover 110 laps. Bowman, who has yet to finish in the top 10 at Sonoma since the Next-Gen car’s debut in 2022, hopes to change that trend this year.
At 32 years old and hailing from Arizona, Bowman has secured four top-5 finishes and ten top-10s this season. Although he remains the only Hendrick Motorsports driver without a win in 2025, Bowman holds 14th place in the playoff standings, positioned between Tyler Reddick and Chris Buescher.
Chloe Henderson shows support after Bowman’s near miss at Homestead-Miami
Following a promising performance at Homestead-Miami Speedway where Alex Bowman nearly claimed his first 2025 win, his girlfriend Chloe Henderson publicly voiced her encouragement. Bowman had led 43 laps and started from the pole but lost the lead to teammate Kyle Larson due to a driving mistake.
After the Straight Talk Wireless 400, Henderson posted on Instagram,
“Proud of the 48 team.”
—Chloe Henderson
Bowman finished second in that race, trailing behind Larson. Bubba Wallace placed third, followed by Chase Briscoe and Denny Hamlin.
Despite a challenging mid-season, Bowman has demonstrated steadiness recently, securing three top-10 finishes in the last four races, including an 11th place at Pocono Raceway. He also earned two pole positions this season at Homestead-Miami and Bristol Motor Speedway, underscoring his potential to contend for victories.
The outlook ahead for Bowman and Henderson during Sonoma weekend
As the Sonoma race weekend unfolds, Alex Bowman will be aiming to improve his track record and secure a strong finish on this challenging road course. Chloe Henderson’s presence and quiet support offer a grounding influence during a hectic period of competition.
Given Bowman’s current standing in the playoffs and his recent performance consistency, this race could be pivotal in his pursuit of a first victory for the season. Henderson’s ongoing support likely plays an important role as Bowman prepares to tackle the demanding Sonoma circuit in California.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Did Alex Bowman have a brain injury?
A. Bowman mentioned on NBC that he has struggled since suffering a broken back and a brain injury.
Q. How did Alex Bowman get brain injury?
A. In 2022, Bowman started the season by qualifying second for the Daytona 500. Unfortunately, during lap 63, he crashed into Harrison Burton’s car as it flipped.