Denny Hamlin and Joey Logano Urge NASCAR to Draw A Line in the Sand Over Race Manipulation
Denny Hamlin and Joey Logano agree that NASCAR needs clear rules about race manipulation and drivers who impact playoff advancement for others.
Even though they both agree last week’s finish at the Charlotte Roval was not intentional race manipulation, Denny Hamlin and Joey Logano believe it is time for NASCAR to establish clear rules that define what constitutes race manipulation.
There has been significant criticism and confusion surrounding how last week’s Roval race played out. Hamlin was involved in a last-lap crash with Ross Chastain that effectively knocked Chastain out of advancing to the Round of Eight by a single point, while Logano benefitted from that same point, making him the final driver to advance to the semifinal round.
Hamlin was furious after climbing out of his car because fingers of blame were already pointing at him, even though he firmly defended himself.
Author's summary: NASCAR drivers call for clear rules on race manipulation.