Denny Hamlin asserts that Bubba Wallace remains a top-10 driver despite consecutive Did Not Finish (DNF) results.
Bubba Wallace and Denny Hamlin, Charllotte May 2022 (Credits: IMAGO)
The driver for 23XI Racing has encountered two back-to-back DNFs. The streak of unfortunate luck spanning 30 years appears to have further demoralized him. Additionally, the struggles faced by 23XI Racing in terms of performance only contribute to his frustration.
However, following his DNF at the Dover International Speedway, the owner of 23XI Racing and fellow NASCAR Cup Series driver came to his defense. On his podcast, The Action Detrimental, Hamlin expressed his belief that Wallace is one of the finest drivers in NASCAR and has consistently demonstrated his readiness to compete at the forefront.
The experienced 43-year-old also acknowledged that the frustrations and misfortunes currently experienced by Bubba Wallace are a common occurrence for every driver at some point in their career. He emphasized that the highs and lows are simply a part of racing and expressed confidence that the 23XI driver will soon make a comeback.
During the Wurth 400 NASCAR Cup Series race at Dover, Bubba Wallace, driver for 23XI Racing, was spun out in the final stage. Despite starting in the 16th position and performing well, comfortably securing a spot in the top 10 during the second stage, his race came to an abrupt end when he collided and spun out with another driver, leaving 72 laps remaining.
Following the disappointing DNF at Dover and Talladega, Wallace shared his thoughts on his recent races. The 30-year-old driver of the no. 23 Toyota Camry XSE expressed his desire to become a more mature driver now that he is 30 years old and soon to be a father. However, he also expressed immense disappointment for his team. The consecutive DNFs have dealt a significant blow to 23XI Racing, but one thing is certain: Wallace will be more determined than ever to regain his form.