JUST IN: NASCAR imposes penalties on Bubba Wallace, Ross Chastain, and Austin Dillon
NASCAR recently imposed penalties on drivers Bubba Wallace, Ross Chastain, and Austin Dillon following on-track incidents during the 2024 season. These penalties were handed down after the sanctioning body reviewed video footage and telemetry data from the races in question.
Bubba Wallace, known for his aggressive driving style, was penalized for an on-track altercation with a fellow driver, deemed to be intentional contact that violated NASCAR’s code of conduct regarding safety and sportsmanship. Wallace was fined and docked points, and his crew chief was suspended for one race.
Ross Chastain, similarly, found himself under scrutiny for his aggressive racing tactics. In an incident that involved blocking another driver and causing a wreck, NASCAR took action by fining Chastain and issuing a points penalty. Chastain’s actions had stirred controversy, with fans divided over his aggressive approach to racing, which has become a hallmark of his driving style.
Austin Dillon, who was involved in an incident during a recent race where he was judged to have caused an avoidable caution, received a fine and points penalty as well. NASCAR has repeatedly emphasized the importance of maintaining safety and fairness on the track, and these penalties were part of its ongoing effort to enforce those standards.
