Denny Hamlin recently drew parallels between Tyler Reddick’s victory at Talladega and his own 2020 Daytona 500 win. Hamlin emphasized the importance of holding a steady wheel and staying composed amidst the chaos at superspeedway races. Reddick’s instincts and ability to capitalize on the mistakes of others led to his success, impressing Hamlin and the 23XI Racing team.
Denny Hamlin’s race at Talladega Superspeedway ended prematurely due to an on-track incident involving a puddle on pit road. Hamlin spun after hitting a puddle, causing a spin that ultimately led to a multi-car wreck involving several Toyota drivers. The incident highlighted an issue with water seeping up through cracks in the track surface when the weather is wet. Hamlin explained that the track surface acts like a squeegee, pushing water out through any available cracks. Unfortunately, Hamlin’s car ran through one such puddle, leading to the spin.
Denny Hamlin, now 43, never imagined he would not only be a NASCAR driver but also a co-owner of a racing team alongside NBA legend Michael Jordan. Hamlin expressed his disbelief and gratitude for his partnership with Jordan, emphasizing that Jordan is a dedicated and passionate race fan. Despite not winning the Geico 500 at Talladega, Hamlin celebrated Tyler Reddick’s victory as a co-owner of 23XI Racing. Hamlin also reflected on the contrasting emotions he experienced, juggling the disappointment of his own performance with the exhilaration of his team’s success.
Three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin has expressed concern about the declining significance of skill in NASCAR’s Cup Series. He argues that the emphasis on creating and maintaining runs through drafting techniques is diminishing the role of individual driver abilities.
