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MARTINSVILLE, VIRGINIA – OCTOBER 25: Bubba Wallace, driver of the #23 Xfinity Mobile Toyota, looks on during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series Xfinity 500at Martinsville Speedway on October 25, 2025 in Martinsville, Virginia. (Photo by David Jensen\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n
Bubba Wallace has stepped in to support Brad Perez, making a move that quickly gained attention across the NASCAR garage. The 23XI Racing<\/a> driver pledged $15,000 after seeing Perez share an update about his racing plans on X.<\/p>\n The timing comes as the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Martinsville Speedway. Wallace\u2019s action highlights how drivers at the top level can directly affect opportunities for racers competing in lower series, where funding often determines who gets on track.<\/p>\n Brad Perez\u2019s Message Led to Bubba Wallace\u2019s Response<\/p>\n Perez shared a message<\/a> in February explaining his situation while thanking supporters for their help.<\/p>\n \u201cHey everyone, I wanted to say thank you all so much for the help. The ARCA race is covered. However, the O\u2019Reilly opportunity slipped away. Still trying to lock in some open ride opportunities for Martinsville, Charlotte, Darlington, and Kansas.\u201d<\/p>\n The update showed that while one race was secured, he still needed backing for several upcoming events. Wallace saw the message<\/a> and responded with a direct pledge.<\/p>\n \u201cI like Martinsville. I\u2019m in for 15k. Let\u2019s get some more funds for my dawg here to go race!\u201d<\/p>\n Funding Secures Martinsville Ride for Brad Perez<\/p>\n The $15,000 pledge helped Perez move forward with plans to race at Martinsville. He is now set to compete with Young\u2019s Motorsports, driving the No. 42 Chevrolet in an ARCA-affiliated event tied to the NASCAR development ladder.<\/p>\n Perez\u2019s racing path includes experience as a tire specialist and driving instructor, along with starts in the ARCA Menards Series and the Truck Series.<\/p>\n NASCAR Community Reacts to Wallace\u2019s Move<\/p>\n Wallace\u2019s action drew strong reactions from fans online, with many highlighting the impact of support from Cup Series drivers.<\/p>\n \u201cI wish this was more common. Cup drivers could put whatever \u2018brand\u2019 they wanted on the car. So much young talent is sitting at home and it sucks. This sport isn\u2019t talent based anymore but the cup drivers could help with that. Awesome move,\u201d Vikings wrote<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cCody added<\/a>, There\u2019s a good chance Bubba is the best human being in all of NASCAR.\u201d<\/p>\n As race week arrived, Wallace again showed support with a short message on X<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cLet\u2019s go @bradxperez.\u201d<\/p>\n The response reflects ongoing discussion about the role of funding in racing. Drivers in lower series often depend on sponsorship and outside support to compete, making opportunities limited without backing.<\/p>\n As the race weekend approaches, Perez will take the track at Martinsville with confirmed backing. The moment shows how one message led to a direct opportunity within NASCAR.<\/p>\n Brad Perez Builds Martinsville Experience<\/p>\n Brad Perez\u2019s experience<\/a> at Martinsville Speedway has come mainly in the NASCAR Truck and Xfinity Series. He made his first-ever oval start there in 2023, driving for Young\u2019s Motorsports and finishing 35th.<\/p>\n Since then, he has returned to the track, including two Xfinity starts in 2025, finishing 23rd and 31st. In 2026, he is scheduled to drive the No. 42 Chevrolet for Young\u2019s Motorsports in the NASCAR O\u2019Reilly Auto Parts Series<\/a> on March 28. Known for his road-course background, Perez has continued to build experience at the track.<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tDogli Wilberforce<\/a> is a writer covering NASCAR, Formula 1, and the IndyCar Series for Heavy Sports. He has also written for Sportsnaut, FanSided, Total Apex Sports, and Last Word on Sports. Wilberforce focuses on the NASCAR Cup Series, breaking down news, driver stories, and key moments with a clear, fast, and engaging style. His work connects headlines to context, helping readers understand what matters most in the sport. 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