LIVE FROM THE GREEN: BUBBA WALLACE’S YEAR OF CHALLENGES AND NEW BEGINNINGS
The 2024 NASCAR season may not have been a high point for Bubba Wallace and the #23 team, but off the track, the 23XI Racing star has stepped into an entirely new and rewarding role: fatherhood. In September, Wallace and his wife Amanda welcomed their first child, Becks Hayen Wallace, marking the beginning of an exciting chapter in their lives.
Parenthood and New Challenges
Much like a rookie season in racing, becoming a parent comes with its own set of trials and triumphs. While the Wallaces adjust to life with a newborn, Bubba’s witty sense of humor shines through. “Got a kid to pay for now,” he joked on Instagram, referencing a recent golf match loss.
Bubba Wallace’s Golf Redemption Tour
Wallace, inspired by the golf-loving culture of 23XI owners Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin, has taken to the sport as a hobby. However, his introduction to the greens hasn’t been without its hurdles. During a recent game against musician and seasoned golfer Erick Lottary, Wallace lost $100.
Speaking to RNG Golf Club, Lottary shared, “I’ve golfed with Bubba before and won money off him too. You know, a little $100. He can play, but maybe not as much lately.”
Wallace, not one to back down, responded on Instagram with a cheeky challenge: “Hahaha, let’s run it back. Got a kid to pay for now @eriklottary.”
This isn’t the first time Wallace has shown resilience on the golf course. In 2021, he stunned competitors during the Golf Guys Tour, a group of NASCAR insiders who blend their love for golf with friendly competition. Despite being a rookie that year, Wallace clinched victory and famously celebrated by drinking beer out of the trophy—a moment that still resonates with fans.
A Return to Social Media
After a brief social media hiatus during the NASCAR season, Wallace is back, treating fans to glimpses of his life beyond the racetrack. From holiday celebrations to his newfound fatherly duties, his posts radiate joy and positivity.
One of his first updates featured the infamous “Grandma Thanksgiving video,” a tradition that even caught the attention of rival Carson Hocevar. Wallace also shared moments from a house party with good friend Ryan Blaney, showing the lighter side of his offseason.
His most heartwarming posts, however, feature baby Becks. “When everything is right in life ☺️,” Wallace captioned a picture of him enjoying time with his son. The Wallaces even celebrated Becks’ first Christmas with a vacation to New York City. “Merry Christmas!!!! Beck’s first trip from NYC! We’re sure he will remember all of it!”
Looking Ahead to 2025
While the 2024 season didn’t go as planned, Wallace’s renewed focus on family life could be the spark he needs to elevate his performance in 2025. With Becks as his inspiration and a determination to conquer both racetracks and golf courses, the 23XI star seems poised for a comeback.
As Wallace himself might say, the stakes are higher now—but so is his motivation. From racing to fatherhood, the journey continues, and Bubba Wallace is ready to run it back.
