Denny Hamlin has been the standout of the 2024 motorsports season. Since the introduction of the Next-Gen era, Hamlin has become the top driver for Toyota. He has surpassed Martin Truex Jr. to become the top driver for Joe Gibbs Racing and has also gained popularity off the track as a content creator. With three wins in 11 races this year, Hamlin is currently the favorite for the championship title.
Hamlin recently expressed his confidence in his team, stating that he has one of the best teams in the sport. This statement is true, as his crew chief, who joined the No.11 team in 2019, has turned them into a formidable force. Together, they have achieved 22 wins and consistently finished in the top five in the championship standings.
With 54 Cup race wins on his resume, Hamlin is on track to surpass the 60-win mark. The retired driver, who reached 60 wins in 2023, believes that Hamlin will reach this milestone next season. He attributes his success to the strong bond between Hamlin and Gabehart, describing them as exceptional individuals who have complete trust in each other. This synergy makes them extremely difficult to beat.
In the 2020 Cup season, Kevin Harvick had a remarkable year in the sport. Alongside his crew chief, they had an outstanding performance and secured nine wins. However, they failed to win the championship. Despite this setback, Harvick anticipates that Denny Hamlin will dominate the sport in a similar manner.
Hamlin has already expressed his belief that his team will be contenders for victory in all remaining races this year, except for the challenging Road Courses. With his unwavering confidence and the strong lineup of JGR Toyota Camrys, Hamlin’s statements are not just mere self-assurance.
