Denny Hamlin was reminded of his own victory at the 2020 Daytona 500 when he witnessed Tyler Reddick’s triumph at Talladega over the weekend. Hamlin recalled his ability to stay steady and beat Ryan Blaney to the line amidst a chaotic finish, similar to Reddick’s performance at Talladega.
Hamlin praised Reddick’s instincts and composure, highlighting the common mistakes drivers make by swerving erratically during superspeedway crashes. Reddick’s decision to hold a steady line allowed him to capitalize on the contact between the No. 34 and No. 6 cars, slowing down the latter and giving him the momentum to secure the victory.
Reddick’s win was a significant moment for the 23XI Racing team, which lacked support from other Toyotas towards the end of the race. Hamlin expressed his satisfaction with Reddick’s performance, emphasizing the value he brings to the team as its wheelman. This article was originally published on 5 GOATs and syndicated with permission.
