NASCAR’s Bubba Wallace Says Someone Placed a Noose in His Garage

According to reports, a noose was found in the garage of NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace at the Talladega Superspeedway over the weekend.

“Late this afternoon, NASCAR was made aware that a noose was found in the garage stall of the 43 team. We are angry and outraged, and cannot state strongly enough how seriously we take this heinous act,” NASCAR said in a statement shared by several reporters on social media.

An “immediate investigation” has been launched, and NASCAR said the racing organization “will do everything we can to identify the person(s) responsible and eliminate them from the sport,” according to People.

The statement continued, “As we have stated unequivocally, there is no place for racism in NASCAR, and this act only strengthens our resolve to make the sport open and welcoming to all.”

Bubba is the only black driver on the circuit.

“Today’s despicable act of racism and hatred leaves me incredibly saddened and serves as a painful reminder of how much further we have to go as a society and how persistent we must be in the fight against racism,” the 26-year-old wrote on social media.

He continued, “Over the last several weeks, I have been overwhelmed by the support from people across the NASCAR industry, including other drivers and team members in the garage. Together, our sport has made a commitment to driving real change and championing a community that is accepting and welcoming of everyone.”

“Nothing is more important and we will not be deterred by the reprehensible actions of those who seek to spread hate. As my mother told me today, ‘They are just trying to scare you.’ This will not break me, I will not give in, nor will I back down. I will continue to proudly stand for what I believe in.”

What a disgusting act to witness, but we have your back, Bubba!