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Denny Hamlin Criticizes Ross Chastain’s Blocking Tactics at Talladega

Hamlin calls for stricter NASCAR enforcement after accusing Chastain of unsafe driving during the Jack Link’s 500.

Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 Sport Clips Haircuts Toyota, speaks to the media after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway on April 06, 2025 in Darlington, South Carolina.
NASCAR Cup Series driver, Ross Chastain, speaks to US Air Force services members prior to the NASCAR Cup Series Jack Link's 500 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 27, 2025 in Talladega, Alabama.
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Overview

  • Denny Hamlin condemned Ross Chastain’s blocking maneuver at Talladega, labeling it 'bulls**t racing' on his podcast.
  • The incident occurred during the Jack Link’s 500, where Chastain’s move disrupted Hamlin’s strategy, leading to a 21st-place finish.
  • Hamlin urged NASCAR to address 'unsafe merging' and intentional blocking that he argues endangers drivers and compromises race integrity.
  • Analyst Steve Letarte defended Chastain’s move as a legitimate defensive tactic, emphasizing that no wreck occurred as a result.
  • The rivalry between Hamlin and Chastain, which began in 2022, continues to fuel debates over aggressive driving and NASCAR’s enforcement consistency.