Overview
- NASCAR fined Joey Logano $10,000 and penalized him for using an illegally modified racing glove with webbed fingers, which violated safety and competition rules.
- The webbed glove was discovered during a random inspection after Logano's qualifying run at Atlanta Motor Speedway, where he had placed his hand outside the car window to reduce drag.
- Logano, who won the pole position in Las Vegas using SFI-approved gloves, downplayed the incident, emphasizing his commitment to safety and his family.
- Despite the controversy, NASCAR has not announced any rule changes regarding the practice of drivers placing their hands against the window opening to block air.
- Team owner Roger Penske expressed disappointment in Logano's actions, emphasizing the importance of maintaining integrity and avoiding negative attention.