NASCAR Faces Backlash Over Martinsville Race Manipulation Penalties

Drivers and teams express frustration as NASCAR issues fines for rule violations in the controversial Martinsville race.

Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin criticize NASCAR's $600K fines, arguing they fail to address systemic race manipulation issues.
Bell claims he was unfairly penalized and denied a championship spot due to race manipulation by Chevrolet drivers.
Ross Chastain and Austin Dillon were fined for allegedly blocking to protect William Byron's playoff position.
Bubba Wallace denies involvement in manipulation, attributing his slowdown to car issues during the race.
NASCAR COO Steve O'Donnell acknowledges the need for clearer rules to prevent future manipulation by manufacturers.