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Kenny Wallace has added another race to his schedule. <\/p>\n
NASCAR is facing one of its most tense moments in years after new leaked text messages pushed long-running frustrations into the public eye. Veteran driver Kenny Wallace says the sport is now in the worst shape he has seen in his career. In a recent \u201cCoffee with Kenny\u201d video, he pointed to private messages from NASCAR Steve Phelps and Brian Herbst that mocked Richard Childress, the owner of Richard Childress Racing<\/a>.<\/p>\n The texts surfaced through the antitrust lawsuit filed by 23XI Racing<\/a> and Front Row Motorsports<\/a>. Wallace said the tone and the personal nature of the messages show how far the relationship between NASCAR leadership and major teams has fallen.<\/p>\n Leaked Texts Trigger Major Tension Inside the Sport<\/p>\n The leaked texts revealed harsh language aimed at Richard Childress. According to the lawsuit documents, Phelps and Herbst called Childress a \u201cstupid redneck<\/a>,\u201d a \u201cdinosaur,\u201d and an \u201cass-clown\u201d who should be \u201ctaken out back and flogged.\u201d Wallace read the messages out loud in his video, saying the situation was serious and painful to watch. \u201cI\u2019ve never seen NASCAR in this bad of shape,\u201d he said. \u201cThe RCR drama\u2026 It\u2019s heartbreaking.\u201d<\/p>\n Wallace also noted Childress\u2019s long history in the sport, saying he is \u201cworth a couple hundred million dollars, every dollar associated with NASCAR in some fashion.\u201d The comments have reportedly left Childress angry and looking at defamation options<\/a>. People close to RCR say the organization is reviewing possible legal steps while continuing its racing operations with drivers Kyle Busch<\/a> and Austin Dillon.<\/p>\n The leaks have also pushed fans into the conversation. Many have expressed frustration about how leading figures spoke about one of the sport\u2019s most respected team owners. The intensity of the reaction has added pressure on NASCAR as it prepares for the courtroom battle ahead.<\/p>\n Kenny Wallace Calls for Direct Action From NASCAR Leadership<\/p>\n In his video, Kenny Wallace laid out what he believes needs to happen to repair the damage. He said NASCAR\u2019s top leaders must meet with Childress face-to-face. \u201cFirst thing you have to do is get on your jet and fly up to Welcome, North Carolina,\u201d he said<\/a>. \u201cJim France needs to sit down with Richard Childress. And it would probably be best if Steve Phelps came along.\u201d He also said any attempt to fix the situation should happen in public: \u201cDamage control means having a press conference with everybody.\u201d<\/p>\n Wallace then listed names he believes have a deep understanding of the sport\u2019s history, including Tony Stewart, Rusty Wallace, and Ray Evernham. He also suggested that NASCAR should \u201coffer Dale Jr. the job\u201d of president if Phelps were to step aside, adding, \u201cNASCAR will soar.\u201d<\/p>\n What Comes Next as the Antitrust Trial Approaches<\/p>\n The concerns come as NASCAR gets ready for the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports antitrust trial, scheduled to begin on December 1 in Charlotte. Wallace warned that the result could reshape the entire sport. \u201cIf NASCAR loses and gets broken up,\u201d he said, \u201cthe whole sport of stock car racing is f**ked.\u201d<\/p>\n As the trial approaches, NASCAR faces a choice: handle the conflict privately or take public steps to address the concerns raised by teams and fans. The outcome may decide how the sport moves forward and whether Kenny Wallace\u2019s warning becomes a turning point in its long history.<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tDogli Wilberforce<\/a> is a sports writer who covers NASCAR, Formula 1 and IndyCar Series for Heavy Sports. With bylines at Total Apex Sports and Last Word on Sports, Wilberforce has built a reputation for delivering timely, engaging coverage that blends sharp analysis with accessible storytelling. Wilberforce has covered everything from major football transfers to fight-night drama, bringing readers the insight and context behind the headlines. 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