Tony Stewart's return ends early.

Tony Stewart's return to the track has ended only a little over halfway through his race at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Stewart hit the wall for the second time after his right front tire blew out on lap 172, ending his night. He drove his battered car to the garage and then exited without speaking to reporters.

No decision has been made about whether Stewart will face charges.

The 14 car was loaded onto the hauler and the team was packed up and ready to leave -- Stewart wasn't seen again.