As much of the United States bundles up against record-low temperatures and widespread snow, one NASCAR driver is embracing the opposite vibe.
Natalie Decker, the 28-year-old racer returning to competition this season, shared a striking Instagram photo of herself lounging poolside in a sleek black swimsuit. The area surrounding the pool is covered in a dusting of snow.
The post shows Decker relaxing confidently in the water, seemingly unbothered by the brutal cold gripping the country. Fans flooded the comments with humorous takes on the contrast.
“It’s way too cold to be doing that,” one person observed.
Another joked, “That’s one way to do a cold plunge.”
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Decker, who first gained prominence in 2015 as part of NASCAR’s Drive for Diversity program, has built a career across multiple series.
She raced with Venturini Motorsports in ARCA in 2017, competed in over 30 NASCAR Truck Series events from 2019 to 2020 (highlighting a top-five finish at Daytona in 2020), and has run part-time in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in recent years.
After stepping away from racing in 2025 to welcome her first child, Levi, she made a comeback appearance at Daytona International Speedway in August.
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With her sights set on the upcoming season opener, Decker is keeping her profile high. She’s secured sponsorship from T.N. Dickinson’s Witch Hazel for the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Daytona on February 14, 2026—Valentine’s Day.
In a related promotional video, she read the offer: “I am not sure what you’re doing for Valentine’s Day, but T.N. Dickinson’s would love to watch you race at Daytona in a car we have designed just for you. Will you be our valentine?”
The swimsuit snapshot serves as a fun, lighthearted moment amid her preparations for a return to full-time competition. It highlights Decker’s personality both on and off the track—fearless, unapologetic, and always ready to stand out.
As winter lingers for most, Decker’s post reminds fans why she’s one of NASCAR’s more memorable personalities: she brings the heat, no matter the forecast.