Denny Hamlin Says NASCAR Took Daytona “In the Right Direction” After New Package Change
Denny Hamlin shared a positive review of the new Daytona package that debuted on Saturday. In the latest episode of ‘Actions Detrimental,’ Hamlin explained how it allowed drivers to be more aggressive on overtakes.
NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin expressed a positive view on the new Daytona package introduced on Saturday, stating that it allowed for more aggressive overtakes. The revised rules package featured lower horsepower and a reduced spoiler, leading to decreased drag and increased line movement. Hamlin was among the drivers who helped develop the updated rules package.
The changes resulted in an exciting race where drivers could get out of line and build runs on their own, as cars that strayed often got left behind. Hamlin noted that the car had less grip but felt more maneuverable, giving drivers the confidence to push towards the front. The new package brought visual appeal and allowed drivers to compete more effectively.
In contrast, Hamlin's teammate Christopher Bell was unimpressed with the fuel-mileage racing, finding it unchanged despite his initial optimism. Both drivers failed to secure stage points at the Coke Zero Sugar 400. Despite this, Hamlin enters the Chase as the top-seeded driver with a 25-point lead over Ryan Blaney, who is the sixth seed.
They now have a 10-race window in the revamped Chase format to accumulate points and secure the Cup Series title.
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