– During a recent podcast, NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace opened up about his most frightening on-track moment, which happened during his 2018 rookie season. –
– The 31-year-old was competing at Pocono Raceway when his brakes suddenly failed, sending his No. 43 Chevrolet hurtling towards the wall at high speed. –
– Wallace described the terrifying sensation of his car going straight for the wall after a desperate attempt to turn left and cut through the grass. –
– In a moment of fear, he realized he couldn't slow the car down and knew he was about to hit the barrier, bracing himself for the inevitable impact. –
– He recalled the instant before the crash when the car unexpectedly repositioned itself, causing a moment of relief before the brutal contact. –
– The impact was severe enough to break the gas or clutch pedal in half with his foot, resulting in a sore foot and a bitten cheek. –
– Fortunately, Wallace was able to walk away from the wreck relatively unscathed, a testament to the safety features of modern NASCAR cars. –
The harrowing story highlights the constant danger and split-second decisions that NASCAR drivers face every single time they get behind the wheel.