Denny Hamlin and Martin Truex Jr. resolved their issues after the intense race in Richmond. The two Joe Gibbs Racing drivers engaged in a fierce battle for the win, with Hamlin coming out victorious in the end. However, their tactics during the race were called into question. Truex Jr. was furious with his teammate’s actions and retaliated by bumping him after the race. Hamlin reached out to Truex Jr. afterwards to understand his frustration, as the latter led for over 200 laps but lost due to the overtime drama. Hamlin discussed the incident on his podcast, acknowledging that Truex Jr. had every right to be upset. The quick resolution between the two shows their maturity as veteran drivers.
During the podcast, Hamlin addressed the allegations of an early start, admitting that he did indeed jump the start slightly, but within the designated zone. He also pointed out that the incident may have looked worse on TV than it actually was from his perspective inside the car. Both Hamlin and Truex Jr. are now focused on the upcoming race in Martinsville, where they will be competitors to watch. The driver of the number 19 car will be eager to redeem himself with a win on Sunday.
