Bubba Wallace wrecks during NASCAR qualifying at Sonoma Raceway

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Bubba Wallace wrecks during NASCAR qualifying at Sonoma Raceway
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Bubba Wallace crashed during the NASCAR Cup Series qualifying session at Sonoma Raceway on June 28, 2026. The incident occurred early in Group B's qualifying, as Wallace's No. 23 car went off track and hit the wall near the pit road entrance. Although Wallace had posted a qualifying time before the crash, his 23XI Racing team opted to repair the wrecked car instead of switching to a backup. Previously, Wallace faced challenges in San Diego, where he finished second after going two laps down. He aims to gain critical points in the upcoming race at Sonoma, where he is familiar with the road course difficulties.

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  • Wallace crashed at the beginning of Group B's qualifying.
  • No. 23 car hit the wall near pit road entrance.
  • The team chose to repair his car, not use a backup.
  • Wallace previously finished second in San Diego after significant challenges.
  • He needs points as the Cup Series race approaches.
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Bubba Wallace wrecked during the NASCAR Cup Series qualifying session at Sonoma Raceway in June 2026.

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