Just when it seemed like the long-standing feud between NASCAR and its top teams had finally come to an end, Denny Hamlin couldn’t resist throwing one last verbal grenade. With Tyler Reddick’s win at the Daytona 500, the co-owner of 23XI Racing couldn’t resist making a tongue-in-cheek comment, despite both parties agreeing to a truce. While Michael Jordan, the other co-owner of 23XI Racing, has remained tight-lipped about the situation, Hamlin has once again proven himself to be the ultimate “trash talker” in the world of NASCAR.
The Daytona 500 is known as the “Super Bowl” of NASCAR, and this year’s race was no exception. With high stakes and intense competition, it was a race that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end. And in the midst of all the excitement, Denny Hamlin couldn’t resist taking a jab at his fellow team owners.
For those who are not familiar with the history between NASCAR and its top teams, let’s take a quick trip down memory lane. In 2020, the top teams in NASCAR, including Hendrick Motorsports, Joe Gibbs Racing, and Stewart-Haas Racing, formed the Race Team Alliance (RTA). The purpose of this alliance was to give the teams a unified voice in negotiations with NASCAR and to work together to improve the sport.
However, this alliance did not sit well with NASCAR, and tensions between the two parties escalated. In January 2021, NASCAR announced a new charter system that would give the teams more control over the sport. This move was seen as a direct challenge to the RTA, and the top teams were not happy about it.
But after weeks of negotiations, NASCAR and the top teams finally reached a truce. The two parties agreed on a new business model that would give the teams a greater share of the sport’s revenue. It seemed like the war was finally over, and everyone could move on.
However, Denny Hamlin, who is known for his outspoken nature, couldn’t resist taking a dig at the top teams after Tyler Reddick’s win at the Daytona 500. In a post-race interview, Hamlin joked, “I guess the RTA really worked out well for those guys.”
While some may see this comment as a petty attempt at rubbing salt on the wounds of the top teams, others see it as classic Denny Hamlin. The 40-year-old driver has never been one to shy away from speaking his mind, and his trash-talking abilities are well-known in the NASCAR community.
But what makes this situation even more interesting is the fact that Michael Jordan, the other co-owner of 23XI Racing, has remained silent throughout the entire ordeal. Jordan, who is known for his competitive nature, has not made any public comments about the truce or Hamlin’s joke. This has only added fuel to the fire and has left fans wondering about the dynamics between the two co-owners.
Despite the drama and tension surrounding the situation, one thing is for sure – Denny Hamlin knows how to keep things interesting. His comment may have ruffled some feathers, but it has also added an extra layer of excitement to the sport. And let’s not forget that NASCAR is all about entertainment, and Hamlin’s trash-talking skills only add to the entertainment value.
So, as we move on from the Daytona 500 and look ahead to the rest of the NASCAR season, let’s not forget the role that Denny Hamlin plays in keeping things interesting. Whether you love him or hate him, there’s no denying that he adds a certain level of excitement to the sport.
As for the truce between NASCAR and its top teams, only time will tell if it will hold up in the long run. But for now, let’s enjoy the thrill of the race and the drama that comes with it. And who knows, maybe Denny Hamlin will have another witty comment up his sleeve for the next race. After all, that’s just who he is – a “trash talker” who knows how to keep things interesting.
