Denny Hamlin’s 700th NASCAR Cup Series start took an unexpected turn when he was involved in

Denny Hamlin’s 700th NASCAR Cup Series start took an unexpected turn when he was involved in a collision with Ryan Blaney during the race. The incident left Hamlin’s car damaged and at the rear of the pack. However, a massive 28-car pileup later in the race allowed him to climb back to a respectable 10th-place finish.

Reflecting on the incident, Hamlin noted the eerie silence on his team’s radio after the crash, which he interpreted as “bad news.” He acknowledged that the damage from the Blaney collision was exacerbated when they lost the draft, making it challenging to regain positions. Despite the setback, Hamlin expressed gratitude for the unexpected turn of events that led to his recovery in the race .

In a separate incident at Darlington, Blaney’s frustration was evident when he expressed anger over the radio after a collision with William Byron. Hamlin commented on Blaney’s outburst, suggesting that the pressure of racing might have contributed to his emotional reaction .

While the interactions between Hamlin and Blaney have been marked by on-track incidents and off-track comments, both drivers continue to focus on their performances and the challenges of the NASCAR season.