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Ty Gibbs Under NASCAR Scrutiny After Bowman Gray Clash Incident—Daytona 500 Meeting Looms

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
February 5, 2025
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Ty Gibbs Under NASCAR Scrutiny After Bowman Gray Clash Incident—Daytona 500 Meeting Looms

Feb 2, 2025; WInston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Ty Gibbs (54) during the last change qualifying race for the Clash at Bowman Gray at Bowman Gray Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

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The return of NASCAR to the legendary Bowman Gray Stadium was bound to deliver high-intensity racing and tempers flaring—and that’s exactly what happened. But one particularly dramatic moment from the Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ) caught the eyes of NASCAR officials, and now Ty Gibbs faces a crucial conversation before the Daytona 500.

Gibbs’ Wild Wreck Raises NASCAR’s Attention

The incident unfolded during the LCQ, where Gibbs and Justin Haley battled for a final transfer spot into the Cook Out Clash main event. After minor contact, Gibbs’ No. 54 Monster Energy Toyota Camry XSE spun out, leaving the Joe Gibbs Racing driver visibly frustrated.

What followed was an unexpected and dangerous sequence. Under caution, Gibbs pulled up alongside Kyle Larson’s No. 7 Chevrolet, making deliberate side contact. But instead of just sending a message, the cars’ left-front and right-front wheels hooked, launching Gibbs’ Toyota airborne into Turn 3.

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The move didn’t just eliminate Gibbs and Haley from the race—it put him under NASCAR’s microscope once again.

Denny Hamlin Tried to Warn Him—But Gibbs Didn’t Listen

Denny Hamlin, a three-time Daytona 500 winner and veteran of high-pressure NASCAR battles, had already advised Gibbs before the race.

Hamlin’s advice? Stay composed.

“I just said, ‘All right, don’t lose your…’ and he was like, ‘What do you mean? The car or my head?’ I said, ‘Your head,’” Hamlin revealed after the race.

But once Gibbs hit the track, it seemed like that advice went out the window. A series of aggressive moves, retaliation, and wrecks followed, culminating in a completely avoidable and dangerous crash.

NASCAR’s Response: A Pre-Daytona 500 Discussion

After the race, Brad Moran, NASCAR’s Managing Director of the Cup Series, addressed the controversial incident on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

Moran acknowledged that Bowman Gray’s tight quarter-mile layout invites aggression but made it clear that NASCAR will have a conversation with Gibbs before the Daytona 500.

“We’re all there, we know it’s a tough place and there’s going to be some aggression and good short-track racing, which is what we wanted,” Moran stated.

“But I’ll be having a discussion with Ty [Gibbs] before going to the track at Daytona, get his take on what happened, and make sure we’re clear on what we need from that point moving forward.”

While Moran stopped short of confirming any penalties or fines, NASCAR’s decision to call Gibbs in for a meeting signals that his aggressive tendencies remain under scrutiny.

Gibbs’ Growing Reputation: Talent vs. Temperament

This latest high-profile incident adds to the narrative surrounding Ty Gibbs’ aggressive racing style—something that has defined his NASCAR career so far.

  • 2022 Xfinity Series Controversy: Wrecked teammate Brandon Jones at Martinsville, costing JGR an Xfinity Championship 4 spot.
  • 2023 Cup Series Feuds: Involved in multiple run-ins with competitors, drawing criticism for his reckless approach.
  • 2024 Bowman Gray Blowup: His clash with Haley once again proves he’s struggling to balance aggression with control.

What’s Next for Gibbs at the Daytona 500?

As Gibbs enters his third full-time Cup Series season, the expectations are higher than ever. He’s no longer just a promising young talent—he’s a driver expected to compete for wins and make the playoffs.

The Daytona 500 meeting with NASCAR officials could serve as a make-or-break moment for his reputation.

Can Gibbs rein in his temper and focus on being a consistent contender? Or will his aggressive instincts continue to put him in trouble?

With the biggest race of the year just days away, all eyes will be on how Gibbs handles himself—both in the meeting and on the track.

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