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Denny Hamlin Penalized After Engine Inspection Violation

Joe Gibbs Racing and Toyota face severe consequences for bypassing NASCAR's mandatory post-race engine inspection.

  • NASCAR imposed a 75-point deduction on Denny Hamlin and team owner Joe Gibbs.
  • Crew Chief Chris Gabehart fined $100,000 and team loses 10 playoff points.
  • Hamlin's standings dropped from third to sixth, impacting his championship bid.
  • Toyota Racing Development admitted to mistakenly disassembling the engine before inspection.
  • Dale Earnhardt Jr. and fans express disappointment and skepticism over the violation.
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