For years, Chris Gabehart has been one of the sharpest minds inside Joe Gibbs Racing. He’s the one who helped Denny Hamlin turn potential into wins, including a pair of Daytona 500 triumphs and several deep playoff runs. His analytical approach and cool under-pressure style became a cornerstone of JGR’s success.

So when the news broke that Gabehart was being moved off Hamlin’s No. 11 team ahead of 2025, it caught plenty of people off guard. Even inside the garage. But comfort was never on Gibbs’ cards; the decision was about vision. And as it turns out, that bold call may have paid off in more ways than one.

Joe Gibbs explains Chris Gabehart’s transition

Chris Gabehart’s move to become Joe Gibbs Racing’s director of competition in 2025 marked a pivotal moment for both him and the orga

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