following Bubba Wallace’s emotional and hard-fought victory at the Brickyard, his team co-owner and veteran driver Denny Hamlin didn’t hold back in expressing his pride and admiration. The win wasn’t just a career milestone for Wallace—it was a defining moment for 23XI Racing, the team co-founded by Hamlin and NBA legend Michael Jordan.
“This is more than just a trophy,” Hamlin said in a post-race interview. “It’s proof of how far Bubba has come, and how hard this team has worked to get here. We’ve had our ups and downs, but today everything came together.”
Hamlin highlighted Wallace’s perseverance through criticism, pressure, and expectation. “People don’t always see the hours behind the scenes—the training, the debriefs, the mental toll. Bubba never backed down. He’s earned every bit of this.”
For Hamlin, who has been both a competitor and mentor to Wallace, the win was personal. “Watching Bubba cross that finish line first—at the Brickyard of all places—was special. That place is sacred in racing. To see him win there, it gives us validation as a team.”
Hamlin also gave credit to the crew and the organization. “This wasn’t just Bubba’s win—it was a team win. From pit strategy to execution, everyone brought their best.”
With this win, Wallace and 23XI Racing solidified their place as serious contenders in the Cup Series. And for Hamlin, the victory is only the beginning.
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