The birth of his son, Becks, has been the catalyst for Bubba Wallace to find joy in life and in racing.
In the world of NASCAR, Bubba Wallace has experienced a notable transformation. Previously known for his frustration and discouragement after races, he now presents himself as a more committed and enjoyable driver. The arrival of his son, Becks Wallace, at the end of September 2024, has been the turning point.
Before, disappointment on the track translated into bad mood and tension in his personal life. Now, the situation has changed. His wife, Amanda, is often the one who expresses the most frustration after the races, while Wallace has learned to remain calm and find joy in his role as a father.
Now I’m going back to the bus and Amanda is more upset than I am. It’s hard to deal with that because over the years she’s known that this is what we have and that I have to make it work… Now I’m walking back, like after Kansas, and I was fine, and she’s beside herself. It’s kind of funny.
Bubba Wallace
In the race at Kansas Speedway, Wallace led until the last lap, but a move by his teammate and team owner, Denny Hamlin, pushed him against the wall, losing the chance to win. Despite the disappointment, Wallace handled the situation with professionalism, an attitude that contrasts with his past. His transformation is evident, and it’s now easier to work with him, both personally and professionally.
Freddie Kraft, friend and spotter of Wallace, has noticed this change. Extreme reactions have given way to greater emotional stability, and communication after the races is more fluid and positive, thanks in large part to his son.
Wallace has found in fatherhood a source of joy and perspective. Instead of being consumed by race results, he now cherishes moments with his son and wife, which allows him to better handle difficult days on the track.
Throughout his career, Wallace used to let race results affect him negatively, which impacted his attitude on and off the track. However, he has worked on his mental health, although he has not spoken publicly about an official diagnosis. Fatherhood, reducing social media use, and the ability to separate aspects of his life have been key to his improvement.Statistically, Bubba Wallace is on track for his best season, achieving a victory in Indianapolis and ranking 10th in the 2025 playoff standings.
Wallace has openly expressed his past struggles, but now he has learned to manage frustrations and maintain a positive attitude. He has recognized the importance of mindset in his performance and has found fundamental support in his team. The change in Wallace’s mindset has been remarkable, and he is now a competitor to be reckoned with every week.
With three races remaining in the season, Wallace is in 10th place in the standings and could be on track for his best season in the Cup Series, at least statistically. Wallace’s personal progress and the team’s growth have been evident, even if they are not always reflected in the results.
Wallace has highlighted the importance of having opportunities to succeed and has expressed his joy in competing and enjoying every aspect of his life. Wallace’s maturity and change in mindset have been impressive, making him a consistent competitor and a leader on his team.
