Much-Hyped Black Driver to Make NASCAR Debut in Iowa
“Bubba” Wallace arguably the best talent to come through circuit’s Drive for Diversity program
2012-05-21
Luke Meredith AP Sports Writer
NEWTON, Iowa (AP) -- Darrell Wallace Jr. has already crossed off a bunch of boxes on the checklist for a future NASCAR star. He dominated as a kid in karts, blew past the field in bandoleros and late models, and landed a seat for Sunday's NASCAR Nationwide race in Iowa even though he won't turn 19 until October. Read the complete article
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