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Joey Logano Defends Himself Amid Fan Backlash

10/18/2025

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Joey Logano, a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, addressed his critics in an interview with Jeff Gluck before the Talladega race.
Despite securing his playoff spot with a P20 finish at the Charlotte ROVAL, he faced fan disapproval and refused to apologize for his performance, saying, "They hate me because I smile."
He would trade his Xfinity trophies for a Cup win at Dover Motor Speedway.

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Joey Logano, a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, addressed his critics in an interview with Jeff Gluck before the Talladega race.
Despite securing his playoff spot with a P20 finish at the Charlotte ROVAL, he faced fan disapproval and refused to apologize for his performance, saying, "They hate me because I smile."
He would trade his Xfinity trophies for a Cup win at Dover Motor Speedway.