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Heartfelt Race: Denny Hamlin Aims for First Title
10/31/2025
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Story summary
- Denny Hamlin, 44, races for his first NASCAR Cup Series title at Phoenix Raceway as his father Dennis Hamlin battles a serious illness.
- He has 60 Cup wins and is regarded as the greatest driver without a championship.
- He faces Chase Briscoe, William Byron, and Kyle Larson, with the race also a tribute to Dennis Hamlin's sacrifices.
- Larson expressed support, saying he would be happy to see Hamlin win.
