Bubba Wallace has admitted his own shortcomings are stalling his NASCAR championship goal.
## What happened?
The 2026 Cup season started well for Wallace and 23XI Racing, but 15 races in, he sits 11th on points.
His teammate Tyler Reddick has racked up five wins already.
Wallace had the pace in his car, finishing in the top 10 in early races.
But his performance went downhill after Darlington.
## Why it matters for Bubba Wallace
Wallace took full responsibility for his season, saying his mindset was to compete for a championship.
He feels he's taken a step up in performance, but the results haven't shown.
At Darlington and Martinsville, Wallace was caught up in back-to-back wrecks.
Later at the Glen, Charlotte, and Nashville, Wallace didn't finish well.
## What comes next?
Wallace will look to turn his season around, starting with the upcoming Toyota / Save Mart 350 on June 28.
He will also compete in the NASCAR Cup Series Race at Chicagoland on July 5.
Wallace's 23XI Racing team has the talent and pace to win, but he needs to capitalize on it.
And with 23XI Racing's strong performance, Wallace is confident he can still compete for a championship.
But for now, he sits 11th on points, a long way from his goal.
So Wallace will focus on improving his performance and getting back on track.
The NASCAR Cup Series Race at Chicagoland will be a crucial test for Wallace.
He will need to finish strong to stay in contention for the championship.
As of June 28, Wallace has 15 races under his belt, with a long way to go in the season.
But with his talent and the support of 23XI Racing, he still has a chance to turn his season around.
And with the Quaker State 400 Available at Walmart on July 12, Wallace will have another opportunity to prove himself.
But for now, he remains focused on his goal, despite the setbacks.
Wallace's performance will be closely watched in the upcoming races.
He needs to capitalize on his talent and the pace of his car to stay in contention.
The next few races will be crucial for Wallace's championship hopes.