BREAKING NEWS🚨: “NASCAR should get rid of him…” — Carson Hocevar’s 12 Furious Words After Horrific Crash Bluntly Accuse Bubba Wallace of Deliberate Foul Play, Turning Accident into Full-Blown Scandal That Forces NASCAR to Intervene

The 2026 Daytona 500 has barely begun, and already it’s mired in one of the most explosive controversies in recent NASCAR history.

During yesterday’s Bluegreen Vacations Duel at Daytona, a violent multi-car crash in the closing laps sent multiple vehicles into the wall and triggered a red-flag stoppage. While most attention initially focused on the wreck itself, the real firestorm erupted in post-race interviews when 20-year-old rising star Carson Hocevar – driver of the No. 77 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet – pointed the finger squarely at Bubba Wallace.

In a heated, emotional exchange with FOX Sports, Hocevar did not hold back. Asked about the incident that collected his car and several others, the young driver looked straight into the camera and delivered 12 words that have since gone mega-viral:

“NASCAR should get rid of him. That was deliberate foul play.”

The accusation is as blunt as it is explosive. Hocevar claims Wallace made an aggressive blocking move that was “not racing” but intentional retaliation, forcing him into the wall and triggering the chain-reaction wreck. “I had the run, I was making the move, and he just turned left into me,” Hocevar said. “That’s not blocking – that’s wrecking on purpose. Bubba knows better. NASCAR can’t let that slide.”

Wallace, driver of the No. 23 23XI Racing Toyota, finished the Duel but was visibly frustrated in his own post-race comments. He denied any intentional contact: “It was tight racing. The draft was crazy, cars were moving everywhere. If Carson thinks it was on purpose, that’s his opinion. I was just trying to hold my lane.”

But Hocevar’s words have ignited a firestorm. Social media exploded within minutes. #GetRidOfBubba and #HocevarVsWallace rocketed to the top of global trends. Fans are bitterly divided:

“Carson’s right – Wallace has been reckless for years. NASCAR protects him because of the narrative.” “Kid’s just mad he wrecked. Bubba was defending his position. Racing incident.” “If NASCAR doesn’t suspend Wallace, they’re admitting they have favorites.”

NASCAR officials acted quickly. Late last night, the league announced it has opened a formal review of the incident. Series president Steve Phelps confirmed: “We are examining all available video, telemetry and in-car data from the Duel. Any deliberate action that endangers competitors will be addressed through the disciplinary process.”

The crash itself was brutal. Hocevar’s No. 77 Chevrolet took heavy damage after contact with Wallace’s No. 23, collecting multiple cars behind them. No injuries were reported, but several teams face overnight repair work ahead of Sunday’s Daytona 500.

The controversy comes at a sensitive time. Wallace has been a polarizing figure since his 2020 noose incident at Talladega, which sparked national headlines and ongoing debates about racism in motorsports. Critics accuse NASCAR of giving him preferential treatment to avoid further controversy, while supporters argue he’s unfairly targeted because of his race and outspokenness.

Hocevar, a rising star known for his fearless driving style, has quickly become a fan favorite among younger viewers. His blunt accusation has energized that fanbase, with many calling for NASCAR to “prove it’s fair” by punishing Wallace if the evidence supports deliberate contact.

Behind the scenes, tension is high. Sources say 23XI Racing co-owners Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin are “furious” at the public attack and are preparing their own defense. Meanwhile, Spire Motorsports – a smaller charter team – is reportedly backing Hocevar fully, viewing the incident as validation of their driver’s aggression and honesty.

The Daytona 500 is now under a dark cloud. With qualifying complete and the Duels in the books, all eyes turn to Sunday’s Great American Race – but the real battle is happening off the track.

NASCAR must decide: penalize Wallace and risk backlash from one side, or clear him and face accusations of favoritism from the other.

One thing is certain: Carson Hocevar’s 12 furious words have already changed the narrative.

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

And the green flag hasn’t even dropped yet.