5 days ago

Denny Hamlin Laughs off ‘Shocking’ Popularity Surge With NASCAR Fans

Hamlin can’t believe he’s a finalist for NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver. “Shocking,” he said. “I don’t know that I’ve ever been in the top 10.” Once booed weekly since his 2017 clash with Elliott, Hamlin credits moments like his emotional Vegas win for turning fans his way. Where does he expect to finish? “Probably fifth,” he laughed. “But we’ll see.”