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Denny Hamlin in Tears After Winning 60th NASCAR Cup Series Race for His Dad

Denny Hamlin in Tears After Winning 60th NASCAR Cup Series Race for His Dad

Summary

NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin won his 60th Cup Series race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway and dedicated the victory to his father, Dennis. The win also qualified him for the Championship 4 in the current season.

Key Facts

  • Denny Hamlin won his 60th NASCAR Cup Series race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
  • The win helped him reach the Championship 4 in the NASCAR season.
  • Hamlin dedicated the victory to his father, who has been unwell.
  • Late race strategy and restarts were crucial for his win.
  • Hamlin passed Kyle Larson and teammate Chase Briscoe in the final stages to clinch the win.
  • Despite early race problems with his car's gear, he managed to win by leading for just nine laps.
  • This victory places him among the top ten NASCAR drivers with the most Cup wins.

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