NASCAR’s Ryan Blaney and Gianna Tulio’s relationship timeline

Ryan Blaney always comes first when it comes to winning Gianna Tulio‘s heart.

The NASCAR star and the model started dating in July 2020. As their relationship progressed, Tulio became an important part of Blaney’s cheering squad on race day.

“Favorite day of the week #raceday 🏁❤️,” Tulio wrote via Instagram in May 2021 alongside a photo of the couple at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Tulio was by the racing driver’s side as he made a series of strides in his field, including his first multi-win season in 2021 and the championship in 2023. At the end of the 2023 season, Blaney went out with a bang as he asked Tulio proposed after more than three years of dating.

“12•12•23. I said yes to my forever 🕊️,” Tulio captioned the couple’s engagement photos.

Keep scrolling to see Blaney and Tulio’s relationship timeline:

July 2020

The pair consummated their romance Instagram official by posting a photo of them having drinks in Vail, Colorado.

“Enjoying this weekend out west with this beauty,” Blaney captioned the post.

February 2021

Tulio and Blaney celebrated their first Valentine’s Day as a couple at one of the athletes’ races.

“Happy Valentine’s Day to the one who puts a smile on my face,” Tulio said Instagram. “Cheers to our first and many more, I love you. Also have a nice race day ❤️🤗.”

December 2021

Blaney attended the 2021 NASCAR Awards with Tulio as his date.

February 2022

Tulio started the 2022 season by cheering on Blaney at the Daytona 500.

May 2022

Blaney competed in the NASCAR All-Star Race and Tulio was there to support her boyfriend as he took home the win.

June 2023

The duo’s roles turned when Blaney cheered on Tulio at her first-ever charity race to raise money for the Ryan Blaney Family Foundation.

“It was a great spot for @giannatulio in this year’s #BetterHalfDash,” he wrote via Instagram. “She rode for the @rbfamfoundation and was sponsored by our friends @flagandanthemco.”

July 2023

The couple reached a milestone in their relationship when they celebrated their third anniversary.

“3 years with this absolute gem. Thank you for being my love and best friend,” Blaney wrote via Instagram. “Cheers darling!”

October 2023

Tulio cheered on her friend when he won Talladega.

“Talladega was such a dream, I experienced every emotion on this day!” she gushed through Instagram. “I couldn’t be more proud of this man here and everyone who is part of the 12 team 🏁🖤.”

December 2023

After three years of dating, Blaney and Tulio got engaged.