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Denny Hamlin Faces Heart-Wrenching Choice: Race in Mexico or Welcome Son?

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
June 10, 2025
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Denny Hamlin Faces Heart-Wrenching Choice: Race in Mexico or Welcome Son?

Nov 22, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin (11) and fiancŽ Jordan Fish during the NASCAR Awards Banquet at Charlotte Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

In the midst of a nail-biting dilemma, NASCAR star Denny Hamlin faces a crucial decision that could rock the racing world. With tensions escalating in Mexico, the seasoned driver finds himself at a crossroads as he contemplates ditching NASCAR’s international plans to be by his fiancée’s side for the birth of their third child.

The stakes are high as Hamlin grapples with conflicting priorities. On one hand, the allure of competing at the legendary Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez beckons, offering a shot at glory in the first points-paying Cup Series race at the venue in over six decades. On the other hand, the imminent arrival of his son has Hamlin torn between duty on the track and family obligations off it.

As the countdown to the 2025 Viva Mexico 250 begins, Hamlin’s inner turmoil is palpable. Despite his stellar performance this season, with a string of victories and top-five finishes under his belt, the seasoned racer faces a conundrum like never before. Will he risk it all for a shot at racing history, or will paternal instincts prevail?

In a recent interview on the Actions Detrimental podcast, Hamlin opened up about the dilemma, stating, “I don’t know. We got to figure that out because I certainly cannot leave… It’s just not that in Mexico. I can’t leave until we have the baby.” With uncertainty looming over his participation, the racing world holds its breath as Hamlin grapples with the biggest decision of his career.

Despite his track record of success on the Mexican road course, including past victories and a runner-up finish, Hamlin’s focus remains divided. The prospect of missing out on a shot at the Bill France Cup weighs heavy on his mind, but family comes first for the devoted father-to-be.

As the clock ticks down to race day, speculation runs rampant. Will Hamlin’s son make a grand entrance, disrupting his racing plans? Or will the veteran driver defy the odds and juggle both fatherhood and racing duties with finesse? Only time will tell as the high-octane world of NASCAR braces for a showdown unlike any other.

Away from the track, Hamlin and his fiancée are embroiled in another dilemma – choosing a name for their son. With a unique app to aid in the decision-making process, the couple navigates the age-old challenge of naming their newborn. Amidst the chaos of race preparations and impending fatherhood, Hamlin remains steadfast in his resolve to balance both worlds, even as the pressure mounts.

As the racing community waits with bated breath, the question remains: Will Denny Hamlin make the ultimate sacrifice and forgo NASCAR’s international plans for the sake of family? Or will he defy expectations and blaze a trail of glory both on and off the track? Stay tuned as the drama unfolds, and the world watches to see if Hamlin’s resolve will withstand the ultimate test of endurance.

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