At the 2025 Daytona race, chaos erupted in a dramatic multi-car wreck, sparking debate among fans and insiders over who was truly at fault. Among the wreckage was Bubba Wallace, one of Denny Hamlin’s own drivers under the 23XI Racing banner. In a rare and pointed move, Hamlin publicly blamed Wallace for triggering the crash, a cutting critique from a team co-owner.

Meanwhile, Kyle Larson, also involved in the on-track mayhem escaped the harshest blame despite his own controversial involvement. This split in accountability has ignited conversations about team dynamics and responsibility within NASCAR’s most high-profile outfits.

Denny Hamlin’s blunt assessment and the fallout within 23XI

Denny Hamlin didn’t hold back when breaking down the massive wreck at Daytona that involved a dozen

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