NASCAR’s playoff format has always stirred debate. Its high-stakes finale and knockout rounds bring excitement, but also plenty of criticism. So when a bold new theory went viral, even veteran driver Denny Hamlin couldn’t stay silent. After a media personality’s controversial “Bright Light theory” went viral, the 44-year-old stepped in to challenge it.

Unlike traditional motorsport championships that reward season-long consistency, the Cup Series playoff demands not only sustained performance but also the ability to perform under intense, pressure-filled conditions. That’s where the controversy begins.

“Just doesn’t make sense,” Denny Hamlin sounds off on current playoff debate

Media mogul Mamba Smith recently dropped a hot take that immediately stirred the NASCAR fan base. According to

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