In a beautiful turn of events, 23XI Racing superstar Bubba Wallace welcomed his first child, a baby boy named Becks Hayden, with his wife Amanda on September 29, 2024. Just days before the Hollywood Casino 400, Wallace made a swift return to North Carolina to be by Amanda’s side as they welcomed their little bundle of joy. Since the announcement, the racing community has showered the couple with heartfelt congratulations, celebrating the newest addition to their family.

After the joyous occasion, Bubba took to the track at Kansas Speedway, starting the race in 13th position and finishing 17th, but it was clear that his thoughts were with his growing family. The couple shared the happy news on Instagram, where Amanda had been documenting her pregnancy journey and their preparations for parenthood, actively engaging with fans along the way. Just weeks earlier, she was seen cheering for Wallace at the CookOut Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway, showing her unwavering support.

As Bubba once again prepares for the upcoming Talladega Superspeedway event, he reflects on the profound changes that fatherhood has brought into his life.

NASCAR on NBC shared a post-qualifying interview from Talladega on Instagram with a caption, “I feel like I’m a master at changing diapers.”

In the video, as Bubba Wallace is asked how he is staying focused this weekend, the 23XI driver said, “I’ve been focused on baby boy. What a blessing he has been to our family. Becks is doing good. He sleeps a lot which is great, so people talk about lack of sleep, I hope my wife is not watching because I feel good. I hope she feels good. But yeah, everything has been going on good.  And this is his first week, I am enjoying.”

This beautiful moment received blessings from fans and the NASCAR community alike. Hamlin’s fiance, Jordan Fish congratulated the couple. While Bubba Wallace manages his duties, he is all set to take the steering into his own hands at the Talladega Superspeedway for the YellaWood 4oo. 

Will the Talladega Superspeedway favor Wallace?

The YellaWood 4oo is all set to premiere and it has made fans restless about who could be the probable winner. While Wallace will be starting the run from the 26th position of Row 13, Michael McDowell will sport the first position from Front Row Motorsports. 

Bubba Wallace, additionally, shares a special history with this track. His first Cup Series win came here in 2021 after a rain-shortened race ended with him in the lead after 117 laps. The race, which was initially delayed, sparked some debate among fans over the fairness of the decision to call it early. Yet, the victory was monumental—it marked Wallace’s first in the Cup Series, 23XI Racing’s inaugural win in their rookie season, and McDonald’s first win in NASCAR in over 25 years.

Talladega Superspeedway has long been known as one of the most challenging tracks in NASCAR, and it’s easy to see why. At a massive 2.66 miles, it’s the longest oval on the circuit, with steep 33-degree banking that pushes drivers to their limits and tests their skill with every turn.

As Bubba Wallace prepared for the YellaWood 500, he also gave fans a taste of what to expect. With just a press of the team radio button, Wallace’s voice wavered under the intense vibrations of his car, hinting at the bumpy and relentless ride awaiting him.  unforgiving twists.

“Holy s***!” Wallace told his team.

“Well, yeah, the ride might be a little difficult,” crew chief Bootie Barker said on the radio.

“God almighty,” the driver answered.

With all eyes set on the Talladega Superspeedway, do you think Wallace will be able to rerun his 2021 win?