Denny Hamlin, a seasoned veteran with over 700 Cup Series starts, entered the 2025 NASCAR playoffs with strong momentum, securing five wins during the regular season. His victory at the Enjoy Illinois 300 at Gateway not only marked his 59th career win but also propelled him into the Round of 12. On the other hand, his 23XI driver Bubba Wallace’s campaign took a hit at New Hampshire, where he finished 26th, dropping him to the bottom of the playoff standings. And this time, the tempers have flared between the two.

At Kansas, both Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace engaged in a compelling battle for the lead during the Hollywood Casino 400. Hamlin, piloting the No. 11 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing, capitalized on a strategic two-tire pit stop that enabled him to reclaim the lead after a cycle of

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