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Denny Hamlin admits he hated Dale Earnhardt before one iconic moment changed his view, and more

NASCAR insider slams treatment of Gio Ruggiero after maiden victory

October 18, 2025

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Denny Hamlin admits he ‘hated’ Dale Earnhardt and reveals the driver he admired

Denny Hamlin recently shared an early memory of him watching the 1998 Daytona 500. That was the year Earnhardt Sr. finally broke through after years of near misses. In a NASCAR YouTube video, he spoke about the moment that completely changed how he saw the racing legend.

Pit Stop Picks

Justin Allgaier told Jim Pohlman he would’ve been an ‘idiot’ if he didn’t agree to becoming Kyle Busch’s crew chief

Justin Allgaier told Jim Pohlman he would’ve been an ‘idiot’ if he didn’t agree to becoming Kyle Busch’s crew chief

“They hate me because I smile”: Joey Logano makes his feelings about critics crystal clear

“They hate me because I smile”: Joey Logano makes his feelings about critics crystal clear

“That’s just not right”: NASCAR insider criticizes how Gio Ruggiero was treated following his maiden victory

“That’s just not right”: NASCAR insider criticizes how Gio Ruggiero was treated following his maiden victory

“Boy went to join Jesus”: Tyler Reddick’s wife Alexa mourns the heartbreaking loss of their new friend from CVICU

“Boy went to join Jesus”: Tyler Reddick’s wife Alexa mourns the heartbreaking loss of their new friend from CVICU

Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares strategic advice for drivers ahead of Talladega Playoff race: "I am just racing like hell"

Dale Earnhardt Jr. shares strategic advice for drivers ahead of Talladega Playoff race: "I am just racing like hell"

“I’ve got a few options”: Actor-turned-racer Frankie Muniz weighs in on his 2026 NASCAR plans

“I’ve got a few options”: Actor-turned-racer Frankie Muniz weighs in on his 2026 NASCAR plans

“Coach’s kinds the second father”: JGR president reflects on Denny Hamlin’s ‘deep respect’ for Joe Gibbs

“Coach’s kinds the second father”: JGR president reflects on Denny Hamlin’s ‘deep respect’ for Joe Gibbs

Kenny Wallace confirms he’s ‘no longer together’ with longtime friend and former NASCAR crew member

Kenny Wallace confirms he’s ‘no longer together’ with longtime friend and former NASCAR crew member

Behind the Wheel

Norm Benning seeks $75000 in funding for new engine to compete at Daytona

Norm Benning needs $75,000 to replace his blown engine after a fiery crash ended his race at Talladega. NASCAR reporter Bob Pockrass shared a post on X, interviewing Benning.

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