The NASCAR Cup Series playoff grid is set, and one veteran name continues to dominate the conversation. Denny Hamlin. The veteran driver has made 19 playoff appearances, which is more than any active competitor. But the absence of a championship has defined his career as much as his 58 Cup victories. At 44, Hamlin is once again entering the postseason with momentum, collecting wins at Martinsville, Darlington, Michigan, and most recently Dover. The question remains whether his long-awaited breakthrough is finally within reach. For many across the garage, including driver and broadcaster Parker Kligerman, signs suggest the timing may be different this year.
Hamlin’s 2025 campaign has been marked by precision and intensity. His Martinsville performance, where he led 274 of 400 laps, was wid