Wallace, Daytona 500 and NASCAR

NASCAR denies Mike Wallace, 65, from Daytona 500, '25 races
Veteran Mike Wallace, 65, said he wasn't approved by NASCAR to race in the Cup, Xfinity or Truck series in 2025, even after securing a Daytona 500 ride.
NASCAR Says No: Mike Wallace Out Of Daytona 500
Mike Wallace’s hopes of a Daytona 500 comeback have been dashed by NASCAR, citing his age, recent inactivity, and perhaps lingering shadows from a 2020 suspension.
NASCAR: Mike Wallace not approved for Daytona 500 bid
Competition officials said that driver Mike Wallace is not approved for his previously announced bid to qualify for this year's Daytona 500.
Chandler Smith replaces Mike Wallace, will attempt Daytona 500 with Garage 66
How about this? Chandler Smith is going to attempt to make the NASCAR Daytona 500 with Garage 66, replacing Mike Wallace as the driver of the No. 66 Ford.
Mike Wallace, 65, in ‘shock’ at NASCAR’s denial of Daytona 500 attempt
NASCAR did not approve veteran driver Mike Wallace, who hasn't competed in a Cup Series race since 2015, to get behind the wheel for MBM Motorsports at the 2025 Daytona 500.
Mike Wallace Heartbroken, Confused by Daytona 500 Ineligibility
At 65 years old, Mike Wallace was looking at becoming the biggest Cinderella Story leading into the 2025 Daytona 500. The driver, who has accumulated nine wins
NASCAR: Daytona 500 will not have ride for Mike Wallace, who's been idling too long
Mike Wallace announced he'd attempt the Daytona 500 at age 65. Ten days later, NASCAR says 'not so fast.' Here's the reason.
Chandler Smith Lands NASCAR Daytona 500 Seat After Shock Disqualification
Chandler Smith will make his Daytona 500 debut in 2025, driving the No. 66 Ford Mustang Dark Horse for Garage 66 after Mike Wallace was disqualified.
Chandler Smith to attempt to make Daytona 500 with Garage 66 entry
Chandler Smith will attempt to make the Daytona 500 for the Garage 66 team after NASCAR would not approve Mike Wallace for the ride. The 22-year-old Smith made three Cup starts in 2023 for Kaulig Racing.
Garage 66 finds new driver for Daytona 500 after Mike Wallace not approved
In the aftermath of NASCAR ultimately deciding not to approve Mike Wallace entry into making a Daytona 500 attempt a
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NASCAR Kicking Out Mike Wallace Pushes Joe Gibbs’ Ex-Star Into Daytona 500
When one door closes, another one opens. The post NASCAR Kicking Out Mike Wallace Pushes Joe Gibbs’ Ex-Star Into Daytona 500 ...
Veteran NASCAR Driver Releases Scathing Statement After Daytona 500 Disqualification
Veteran driver Mike Wallace criticized NASCAR for barring him from the 2025 Daytona 500 due to his inactivity.
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Mike Wallace's brother has 8-word message after NASCAR blocks Daytona 500 return
Mike Wallace's brother Kenny doesn't want the 65-year-old to give up on his Daytona 500 dream despite a NASCAR rejection.
NASCAR parks Mike Wallace for Daytona 500 and welcomes Helio Castroneves, and that's OK
NASCAR parked Mike Wallace's plans to run the Daytona 500 at age 65. Helio Castroneves, meanwhile, is in the field. Also, ...
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Former NASCAR Crew Chiefs Clear the Air on Gruelling Hurricane Helene Heroics
Turning wrenches may have given two NASCAR crew chiefs immense fame in the racing world. The post Former NASCAR Crew Chiefs ...
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Chandler Smith Takes Mike Wallace’s Ride After NASCAR Ban, Reviving MBM Motorsports’ Hopes
Chandler Smith takes Mike Wallace's ride, stepping into the No. 66 car for the Daytona 500 and MBM Motorsports' future.
Bubba Wallace Reveals Emotional Addition To 2025 NASCAR Cup Series Helmet
Bubba Wallace has revealed an emotional addition to his 2025 helmet. Wallace, who races for 23XI Racing, has shared that his ...
24 Hours of Daytona: Who has most Rolex 24 wins? Looking at all-time leaderboard
Dan Gurney became the first champion in 1962. But who has won the most Rolex 24 races at Daytona all-time? Hint: There's a ...