The race manipulation debate’s a hot topic in NASCAR right now since the Charlotte race’s controversial ending last Sunday. More than Shane van Gisbergen’s win, the playoff drama was in its full element as Ross Chastain and Joey Logano battled for the final seat to enter the Round of 8. And the one who got sandwiched between the ruckus was none other than Denny Hamlin, oblivious of the points situation to side with anyone.

Had he known of it, he would’ve stayed away from Chastain, he had said. But that ‘had he’ is the main catch, as NASCAR doesn’t want drivers discussing points. Hamlin feels they should be aware. Everyone’s pouring their hot takes on this, and when this was asked to Hendrick Motorsports’ Chase Elliott, he shared what he feels about it from Hamlin’s shoes.

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