Denny Hamlin breaks down pit struggles that cost No. 11 team
Denny Hamlin's homecoming weekend and Richmond Raceway unfortunately didn't end in victory lane. The No. 11 team battled for a fourth-place finish with a blistering final stretch on the track, but two brutal pit stops made it impossible for Hamlin to ever truly contend for the race win against the top duo of Joey Logano and Chase Briscoe. Hamlin explained his team's struggle in the pit lane ...…
Denny Hamlin's victorious homecoming weekend at Richmond Raceway did not culminate in a triumph. Despite an impressive final lap, the No. 11 team fell short due to two significant pit stop issues. The team's struggles were attributed to a broken jack stop, which forced a lengthy pit stop, ultimately costing Hamlin the race against the top contenders Joey Logano and Chase Briscoe.
Hamlin acknowledged the team's dedication, praising their improvements throughout the weekend. He admitted that their strategy and overall performance were average, but better than their previous race. However, their position was greatly impacted by poor restarts and the aforementioned pit stops. With only two races left before the Chase, Hamlin is already leading the Cup Series standings by over 100 points, almost ensuring his position in the postseason.
The No. 11 team will need to maintain their high performance levels to secure Hamlin's first championship title this year.
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