Overview
- Denny Hamlin acknowledged he got "too hot under the collar" and said his move on Ty Gibbs at New Hampshire "went too far."
- Joe Gibbs Racing held closed-door meetings with drivers and leadership, described as productive, with all drivers given a chance to speak.
- Christopher Bell said "a line was crossed" and emphasized that teammates should not wreck each other during the playoff stretch.
- JGR competition director Chris Gabehart said a resolution was reached and stressed that actions will demonstrate the team’s plan going forward.
- In a separate development this week, NASCAR confirmed it parted ways with race director Jusan Hamilton with six races remaining in the season.