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23XI Racing Decides Not to Appeal Bubba Wallace's $50,000 Fine from Chicago Street Race; Deadline Monday

Jul 13, 2024, 04:17 PM

23XI Racing has decided not to appeal the $50,000 fine imposed on Bubba Wallace by NASCAR following an incident during the Chicago Street Race. Denny Hamlin, co-owner of 23XI Racing, indicated that the decision was influenced by the incident being caught on live television, which generated significant fan reaction. Hamlin also criticized NASCAR for its handling of the new charter agreement and expressed concerns about the future of the sport if changes are not made. Various figures in the NASCAR community, including Rick Mast and Chase Elliott, have voiced their opinions on the penalty, with some questioning its fairness. Wallace has since reconciled with Alex Bowman, the other driver involved in the incident, and has received advice from Kevin Harvick on handling the situation. Wallace remains focused on improving his performance and maintaining a positive outlook despite the challenges. The deadline for appealing the penalty is Monday.