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The great IndyCar driver and race steward Wallace “Wally” Dallenbach Sr. died on Monday at the age of 87. His friends and family say he was able to watch Sunday’s IndyCar race at Barber Motorsports…
Legendary IndyCar driver and race steward Wallace “Wally” Dallenbach Sr. passed away at the age of 87 on Monday, following the Sunday IndyCar race at Barber Motorsports Park. He was a pivotal figure in IndyCar history, his legacy interwoven with his late wife Anette “Peppy” Dallenbach. Together, they nurtured a remarkable racing family, with their sons achieving numerous victories from Pikes Peak to Daytona. Dallenbach’s journey from local short track racing to IndyCar in 1965 showcased his talent, despite often being outmatched by superior equipment. His crowning achievement was the California 500 victory at Ontario Motor Speedway in 1973, solidifying his place as a respected and accomplished driver. Mario Andretti and Gordon Johncock, among others, fondly remembered Dallenbach for his competitiveness, sportsmanship, and the indelible mark he left on the sport.
