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Denny Hamlin’s Explosive Iowa Speedway Rant Exposes NASCAR’s Darkest Track Secrets

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
August 5, 2025
in Motorsports, NASCAR
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Denny Hamlin’s Explosive Iowa Speedway Rant Exposes NASCAR’s Darkest Track Secrets

A NASCAR race at Iowa Speedway has turned into a chaotic nightmare, with drivers struggling on the narrow, aging track that refused to rubber in. The event was plagued by a staggering 12 cautions covering 72 laps out of 350, disrupting any rhythm and strategy the drivers had hoped for. The average speed of just 92.905 mph reflected the challenging nature of the race, with green-flag runs rarely lasting long enough to build momentum.

The dissatisfaction with Iowa Speedway, once hailed as a promising addition to the NASCAR calendar, has now reached a boiling point. Denny Hamlin, who initially praised the track, has now unleashed his fury, criticizing the track’s surface and tire issues that have made racing difficult and overtaking nearly impossible. Hamlin expressed frustration with the lack of racing grooves, incomplete repaving, and the absence of tire degradation over long runs, leading to a procession-like race where drivers were stuck in position.

Even Hamlin’s own performance was affected by tire-related problems, highlighting the broader issues faced by all drivers on the track. The lack of competitive racing and the predictability of the event have raised concerns about the future of Iowa Speedway and NASCAR’s ability to address these critical issues before the next season.

In a surprising turn of events, NASCAR has decided to replace the Mexico City race with a revived Chicagoland Speedway date, a move driven by economic considerations. While the decision makes financial sense, it has left drivers like Hamlin disappointed at the loss of international flavor on the calendar.

Hamlin’s outspoken criticism of Iowa Speedway sheds light on the challenges faced by NASCAR as it navigates through an evolving landscape of new venues and logistical hurdles. The unresolved issues at Iowa Speedway have sparked a renewed debate on track priorities and driver safety within the sport. Will NASCAR take action to address these concerns before the next season? Only time will tell, but for now, Hamlin’s blunt commentary has reignited the discussion on the future of racing in NASCAR.

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