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Darlington Today
By the People, for the People
Bubba Wallace Pokes Fun at Daniel Suárez's English After Baby News
The NASCAR drivers have been close friends for over a decade.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 7:43pm
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NASCAR drivers Bubba Wallace and Daniel Suárez share a lighthearted moment over Suárez's baby news, reflecting the close bonds and camaraderie in the sport.Darlington TodayBubba Wallace shared a lighthearted story about how he initially misunderstood Daniel Suárez's announcement that he and his wife Julia Piquet are expecting their first child. Wallace said he thought Suárez was telling him he was 'joining the club' by getting a new car, not having a baby. The two drivers have been close friends since Suárez came to the United States to race in the early 2010s, with Wallace joking that Suárez's English has 'gotten way f***ing worse' over the years.
Why it matters
The exchange between Wallace and Suárez reflects the camaraderie and friendship among NASCAR drivers, who often have known each other for years and developed close personal relationships. It also highlights how drivers are balancing their racing careers with major life events like starting families.
The details
Suárez and his wife Julia Piquet recently announced on social media that they are expecting their first child. When Suárez initially told Wallace the news in Las Vegas, Wallace thought Suárez was saying he was 'joining the club' by getting a new car, not having a baby. Wallace said he gave Suárez a big hug on the driver intro stage, realizing the actual news. Wallace and Suárez have been close friends since Suárez came to race in the U.S. in the early 2010s, with Wallace joking that Suárez's English has 'gotten way f***ing worse' over the years.
- Suárez and Piquet recently announced the pregnancy on social media.
- Wallace and Suárez discussed the news in Las Vegas.
The players
Bubba Wallace
A NASCAR driver who competes for 23XI Racing.
Daniel Suárez
A NASCAR driver who is expecting his first child with his wife Julia Piquet.
Julia Piquet
The wife of NASCAR driver Daniel Suárez, who is expecting their first child.
What they’re saying
“Obviously he didn't tell you our story about it. He told me in Vegas. He sat down next to me and he was like, 'Hey, I'm joining the club,' and I took it as a car. I was like, 'Oh you're getting a car, sweet! Nice!' He's like, 'Nah,' and I was like, 'What?' He's talking about having a kid.”
— Bubba Wallace, NASCAR Driver
“But I will say that lap for the 23 was driven by Cameron Jade. You know who that is? That's my baby girl, she was just born. Thursday.”
— Bubba Wallace, NASCAR Driver
The takeaway
The exchange between Wallace and Suárez highlights the close friendships and camaraderie among NASCAR drivers, who have often known each other for years. It also shows how drivers are balancing their racing careers with major life events like starting families.
