The drama surrounding Denny Hamlin refuses to die down in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs. Over the past two seasons, Hamlin has been at the center of multiple controversies involving aggressive driving and post-race comments, some earning criticism and some admiration from fans. His on-track battles have often led to heated debates about NASCAR’s officiating. This is particularly when he escapes penalties in incidents that have sidelined other drivers. On Saturday at Bristol, a similar situation escalated after Chase Elliott’s crash, leaving fans and analysts questioning how the sanctioning body applies its rulebook. This uncertainty set the stage for another round of outrage when Hamlin once again avoided punishment.

The Bristol night race has historically been one of NASCAR’s most unfor

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