Kenny Wallace shares a PRICELESS lesson he learned from Cup legend Dale Earnhardt 

In 2019 at Kinross Speedpark, Kenny Wallace shared a life lesson he had learned from NASCAR icon Dale Earnhardt.

Kenny Wallace shares a PRICELESS lesson he learned from Cup legend Dale Earnhardt 

Kenny Wallace and Dale Earnhardt Sr. (Credits: Twitter and Esquire)

NASCAR veteran Kenny Wallace retired from the sport in 2015 after driving since 1988. Over the years, the 59-year-old accumulated knowledge of the sport through experience. And what use is knowledge if it is not shared? In 2019, Wallace met with drivers competing at the Kinross Speedpark in Michigan. The Hermanator shared valuable life lessons with the drivers back then. He posted the video from 2019 on his YouTube channel recently. 

Kenny Wallace shared a priceless lesson he learned from Hall of Famer and seven-time Cup Series champion Dale Earnhardt. He motivated the drivers to believe in themselves and become the best version of themselves. He explained that they should not question their worth as a race car driver if they don’t make it to NASCAR. After all, thousands of individuals aim for an opportunity to drive in the series, and not everybody gets a spot.

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In the video, Kenny Wallace can be seen giving an inspirational speech. The Hermanator shared what NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt taught him. Wallace said, “He (Earnhardt)  said, Herman, that’s my nickname, there are thousands of great race car drivers all over the United States, all over the world. And just because you are not NASCAR, doesn’t mean you are not great. Hold on, some of the greatest race car drivers ever are here. So don’t get a chip on your shoulder ya’ll are good.”

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Kenny Wallace values Dale Earnhardt’s advice

Dale Earnhardt Sr. (Credits: Athlon Sports)
Dale Earnhardt Sr. (Credits: Athlon Sports)

Wallace added, “Just because you didn’t make it to NASCAR, doesn’t mean you’re lesser, you guys are incredible. I raced 70 to 80 races in a year and I get my a** waxed on a daily basis. And every time I pull into that suit and I run a guy, I’m like, that’s the guy, that’s the guy that Dale Sr was talking about.” The 59-year-old urged the drivers not to give up and gave them confidence. 

Kenny Wallace was kind enough to share the wisdom he learned in the sport. He acknowledged the drivers at the Kinross Speedpark and told them to believe in their abilities. He said that’s what Dale Sr. taught him, and that is what he wanted to pass on to others. Many drivers feel heartbroken after failing to make it to NASCAR, but Wallace explained that it is not the end. 

Dale Earnhardt’s advice helped Wallace, and he, in turn, shared it with others. The video uploaded on YouTube will undoubtedly inspire many upcoming drivers and remind them to believe in themselves when things get difficult in life. It would be nice to see Wallace post more uplifting and motivational content inspiring drivers. 

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