As Denny Hamlin passed the checkered flag at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, he not only secured his 60th NASCAR Cup Series victory but also etched his name into the history books. The win marked his first career win at the track and clinched his spot in the Championship 4, setting the stage for a potential first Cup title in Phoenix next month.

The final laps of the South Point 400 were a masterclass in strategy and execution. With just four laps remaining, Hamlin, on fresher tires, made a decisive move to pass his Joe Gibbs Racing teammate, Chase Briscoe, who had opted for two tires during the pit stop. This maneuver propelled Hamlin into the lead, a position he maintained to the finish line.

While speaking at Victory Lane, Hamlin said, “It definitely means a lot. This is the point where I

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