Former NASCAR driver Kyle Petty has suggested that Joe Gibbs Racing is hesitant to speak with Ty Gibbs following his violent clash with teammate Denny Hamlin at New Hampshire.

Gibbs is not in contention for the playoff points, but with Hamlin fighting for a championship, he was expected to let him pass. Instead, Gibbs battled his teammate for the eleventh spot until Hamlin took the inside line to overtake, but made contact.

The incident led Gibbs to crash into the wall, ending his race, while Hamlin finished in P12. The actions of Gibbs came under scrutiny since he allegedly acted against team interests by engaging in a confrontation with his teammate, who is fighting for the title.

Hamlin was heard questioning if Joe Gibbs, Ty's grandfather, was afraid of talking to Ty. He said:

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