Bubba Wallace and his No. 23 team are showing strong momentum in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season as Wallace earned an eighth-place finish at Sunday’s Go Bowling at the Glen race held at Watkins Glen, New York. This finish marked Wallace’s fourth consecutive top-10 result, tying the best streak of his Cup career.
Strong Performances Across Multiple Tracks Boost Standings
Wallace’s recent run includes notable finishes: seventh at Dover, a first-place victory at Indianapolis, sixth at Iowa, and the latest eighth place at Watkins Glen. These results have helped him advance from 13th to 11th in the regular season standings. Entering the playoff grid, Wallace now occupies the ninth position with only two races left before the Cup Series regular season concludes.
Best Career Result at Watkins Glen and Ongoing Consistency
The eighth-place outcome at Watkins Glen was Wallace’s best ever at the New York road course in seven starts, marking a significant milestone in his career. Additionally, this marks his fourth consecutive season with double-digit top-10 finishes. With 12 races remaining this year, Wallace is on pace to surpass his previous career high of 14 top-10 finishes set in the 2024 season.
Playoff Position and Next Challenges
Wallace, currently just eight points shy of Chris Buescher for a top-10 spot in the Cup Series standings, is preparing for the upcoming race at Richmond Raceway on Saturday. Wallace’s July 27 victory in the Brickyard 400 secured his second-ever playoff berth in the Cup Series, reinforcing his position as a contender.
Context of Career and Reporting
Wallace’s hometown is in the same region as NASCAR Hall of Famer Mark Martin, connecting him to a rich motorsports legacy. NASCAR coverage from Samuel, a Yardbarker reporter and National Motorsports Press Association member since 2024, provides insight into Wallace’s rise. Outside of racing, Samuel also covers Arkansas Razorback basketball.
“Bubba Wallace’s 8th place finish at Watkins Glen gives him four Top 10s in a row, which ties the longest Top 10 streak of his Cup career. Wallace last had four consecutive Top 10s between New Hampshire and Michigan back in 2022.” —Steven Taranto