Bubba Wallace’s career has been shaped by adversity and redemption, molding him into a driver who thrives under pressure. Grounded by a growing family, he enters Daytona and the playoffs with renewed perspective, yet the memory of his near-fatal rookie crash at Pocono remains a stark reminder of how far he’s come.

Wallace ended a 100-race drought with a breakthrough win at the Brickyard 400, securing his playoff spot and silencing critics. His first Cup Series victory came at Talladega in 2021, with the long awaited second arriving at Indianapolis in July 2025. But long before the wins and partnerships, Wallace faced a moment that nearly ended it all.

The day Bubba Wallace thought he might die at Pocono

Back in 2018, Bubba Wallace endured one of the most frightening moments of his caree

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