Bubba Wallace Bemoans Disappointing New Hampshire Finish
Bubba Wallace left New Hampshire Motor Speedway with more frustration than celebration after a challenging day that failed to meet his team’s expectations. The 23XI Racing driver, who entered the weekend looking to gain ground in the playoff hunt, instead found himself lamenting a performance that came up short of the finish he needed.
Wallace showed flashes of speed early in the race, but the handling of his No. 23 Toyota shifted as conditions changed, forcing him to battle through traffic rather than contend near the front. Despite his crew’s efforts to make adjustments, Wallace struggled to find the balance required to move forward and capitalize on opportunities.
“It’s disappointing, no doubt,” Wallace admitted post-race. “We had higher hopes coming into New Hampshire, and for whatever reason, we just couldn’t put the whole package together today. It’s frustrating when you know what your team is capable of, but the results don’t reflect it.”
The finish was a setback for Wallace, who remains determined to keep his playoff hopes alive. With the regular season winding down, every race carries added weight, and New Hampshire’s outcome leaves little margin for error moving forward.
While the result wasn’t what Wallace or 23XI Racing had hoped for, the team remains focused on rebounding. With fast tracks like Kansas and Talladega still ahead, Wallace has opportunities to turn his disappointment into momentum when it matters most.
For now, though, New Hampshire serves as a reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in NASCAR — and why Wallace is hungry to bounce back stronger.
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