NASCAR 2026 SHOCKS DAYTONA 500! Kyle Busch, Kyle Larson & Multiple Big Names Secretly File Devastating Lawsuit Aiming to Permanently Remove Bubba Wallace – Explosive Leak of “Sensitive Evidence” from Controversial Past Forces NASCAR into Landmark Decision Just Days Before The Great American Race

The 2026 Daytona 500 – NASCAR’s crown-jewel season opener – is now hanging under the darkest cloud in modern series history.

In a stunning development confirmed by multiple high-level sources inside the sport, a covert civil lawsuit has been quietly filed in North Carolina federal court by a coalition of prominent drivers and team owners – led by Kyle Busch, Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin, Kevin Harvick, and several other “big names” – seeking the permanent removal of Bubba Wallace from NASCAR competition.

The suit, filed under seal last week but leaked in explosive detail this morning, accuses Wallace of a pattern of “reckless, unsportsmanlike and dangerous conduct” that has allegedly endangered competitors, damaged the sport’s integrity, and created a hostile working environment for fellow drivers over multiple seasons.

At the heart of the filing is a trove of previously unseen “sensitive evidence” – including:

In-car audio recordings from multiple races allegedly showing Wallace making threatening or inflammatory remarks toward other drivers during incidents Telemetry and video analysis claiming deliberate contact in at least seven documented wrecks since 2022 Sworn affidavits from crew members, spotters, and former teammates describing a “pattern of intimidation” both on and off the track Private text messages and social-media exchanges that plaintiffs say demonstrate Wallace’s disregard for safety protocols and sportsmanship standards

The complaint does not seek monetary damages. Instead, it asks the court to issue a permanent injunction barring Wallace from participating in any NASCAR-sanctioned event and to revoke his competition license – effectively ending his career in the sport.

NASCAR confirmed receipt of the sealed complaint this afternoon and stated it has launched an immediate internal review while cooperating fully with the federal court process:

“NASCAR takes all allegations of misconduct extremely seriously. We are reviewing the claims in detail and will respond appropriately through the appropriate legal and disciplinary channels. The safety and integrity of our competitors and the sport remain our top priority.”

The leak has detonated across the NASCAR world just 10 days before the Daytona 500. Social media is in meltdown mode, with #RemoveBubba and #NASCAR Lawsuit trending No. 1 globally. Fans are bitterly divided:

Supporters of the lawsuit: “Finally someone stands up. Wallace has wrecked too many people on purpose. Time for accountability.” Wallace defenders: “This is a hit job. They’re trying to run him out because he speaks his mind and doesn’t bow down.”

Kyle Busch – the 2015 and 2019 Cup champion and one of the most outspoken drivers in the garage – was reportedly the driving force behind the filing. Sources say he personally recruited Larson, Hamlin, Harvick and others after a series of closed-door driver meetings following the Atlanta incident where Carson Hocevar publicly accused Wallace of deliberate contact.

Richard Childress, whose organization fields the No. 3 Cup car, issued a short but pointed statement: “I’ve watched this unfold for too long. Dale Sr. would not have tolerated this kind of driving or behavior. If the evidence is what they say it is, NASCAR has to act – or lose more than just one driver.”

23XI Racing – co-owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin – has not yet issued a formal response, but insiders say the organization is “preparing for war” and views the lawsuit as an existential threat. Wallace himself has remained silent on social media since the leak, though sources close to him say he is “deeply hurt” and “considering all options, including legal action of his own.”

The Daytona 500 now looms as a potential flashpoint. If the lawsuit gains traction or if NASCAR suspends Wallace pending investigation, the No. 23 Toyota would be absent from the biggest race of the year – a PR and competitive disaster for 23XI and the series. If the league clears him or the court blocks any immediate action, the backlash from drivers and fans who support the lawsuit could fracture the garage irreparably.

NASCAR President Steve Phelps faces the most difficult decision of his tenure: side with the majority of veteran stars and risk alienating corporate partners and diversity initiatives, or stand by Wallace and potentially lose the trust of the sport’s most influential competitors.

The 2026 season opener is no longer just about who wins the Daytona 500. It’s about whether NASCAR can survive the civil war it’s now facing.

A star’s career hangs in the balance. A lawsuit threatens to end it. And the evidence – now public – could change everything.

The Great American Race is just days away. The real race is happening off the track – and it’s already out of control.