The boos were ringing in the grandstands when Denny Hamlin’s name was announced during the driver intros. We know he has been quite a polarizing figure in the NASCAR community in the last few years, and while many enjoy his outspoken, unfiltered nature, others aren’t shy to embrace his ‘villain’ role. And what he said earlier this year, after winning the race in Michigan, was another acknowledgement for his haters.

Hamlin said, “ Daddy, I’m sorry, I beat your favorite driver, folks ,” with jeers being heard in the background. And after his fifth win of the season at the World Wide Technology Raceway, he didn’t mince his words but said, “ Ya’ll can boo me, but you can either get on the bandwagon, or you can get run over by it.” Clearly, he couldn’t care less what the fans think.

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