Kenny Wallace Savagely Mocks NASCAR & Hendrick Motorsports for Going Berserk Over Achieving Their Meager Le Mans Goal

Former NASCAR driver Kenny Wallace is known for his unscripted opinions. Apparently, his upper lip curled in disdain for the recent collaboration involving NASCAR and Hendrick Motorsports in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans race. In a scathing video, Wallace mocked their satisfaction with achieving what he deemed a meager goal. He draws on the contrasting attitudes that exist between the NASCAR community and the highly competitive world of endurance racing.

Wallace criticized NASCAR’s involvement in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, particularly their participation in the Garage 56 project. The Garage 56 entry is a special category reserved for innovative and experimental cars that do not fit within the traditional regulations of the race. According to Wallace, this project symbolized NASCAR’s aim to simply finish the race, which contradicts the competitive nature he associates with motorsports.

Kenny Wallace’s criticism of NASCAR’s Le Mans Project hints at misplaced goals

He stated in his video, “So, what was the 24 Hour for me? I wasn’t there. So, it was all about the NASCAR project that they call, Garage 56. Now, if I told you this is the way I feel about the 24 Hour Le Mans ever since I was raised, I was told you must win. If you don’t win, you know, seconds to first, loser. Here’s NASCAR telling us, ‘Hey! We just want to finish like a dog with ears, huh?”

Wallace further ridiculed the celebration of NASCAR and Hendrick Motorsports over their accomplishment of simply finishing the race. He highlighted Jim France, NASCAR president, calling Rick Hendrick, owner of Hendrick Motorsports, to build a car for the race. France stated that his father, NASCAR founder Bill France Sr., would be proud of the team’s achievement, emphasizing their ability to complete the race.

Wallace sarcastically remarked, “Jim France said his grandpa, everybody would be looking down and very proud of them because they finished. Sounds like when you’re a kid, just go out there and have fun, young man, even if you get beat 12-to-nothing.” His comments shed light on his belief that celebrating finishing rather than striving for victory is not in line with the competitive spirit of motorsports. Yet, in contrast to Wallace’s criticism, many involved in the endeavor expressed their joy and pride in the achievement.

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Wallace’s comments came as a response to the performance of the NASCAR Cup Next-Gen Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 run by Hendrick Motorsports. The car, driven by NASCAR legends—Jimmie Johnson, Jenson Button, and Mike Rockenfeller—faced challenges during the race, including a driveline failure. Despite these setbacks, Johnson and his teammates completed 285 laps of the 8.4-mile circuit, finishing in 39th position.

Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, who raced for Hendrick Motorsports in the Le Mans event, expressed his delight, saying, “My heart is full… Many of the people here working were on different teams that I won races and championships with. There were so many familiar faces, to have this experience was just off the charts.”

Similarly, Jim France and Rick Hendrick expressed their satisfaction with the team’s performance and the positive representation of NASCAR. France acknowledged the hard work put in by hundreds of people to make the project a reality, while Hendrick emphasized the importance of doing things right and not falling short. He also praised the talent and capabilities of NASCAR teams, affirming their ability to compete in various racing disciplines.

Ultimately, the Le Mans race represents different things to different individuals. Some prioritize the spirit of competition, aiming for victory and pushing the limits of performance. Others find fulfillment in the experience itself, the camaraderie, and the celebration of a shared passion for racing. Regardless of differing opinions, the participation of NASCAR and Hendrick Motorsports in the renowned endurance race contributes to the sport’s global visibility and highlights its versatility. The Le Mans project serves as a testament to the talent, expertise, adaptability, and ability to compete beyond the traditional boundaries of stock car racing.

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