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NASCAR Cup: Denny Hamlin takes Darlington pole

Denny Hamlin, a five-time NASCAR Cup Series race winner at Darlington (S.C.) Raceway, posted a 28.694-second/171.381 mph lap during Cup Series qualifying at Darlington on Saturday morning to claim the poke for Sunday evening’s Cook Out Southern 500, the first race of the 2025 playoffs.

Denny Hamlin Showcases Ability to Thrive in Chaos With Darlington Pole

From the courthouse on Thursday to his 45th career NASCAR Cup Series pole position on Saturday, it's been a busy week for Denny Hamlin, who has claimed for years that he thrives in chaos.

Starting Lineup: NASCAR Cup Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington

Denny Hamlin took the pole position for Sunday's Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway with a lap time of 28.694 seconds (171.381 mph) in Saturday's qualifying session around the 1.366-mile egg-shaped oval.

Denny Hamlin wins Darlington pole, full NASCAR Cup Series qualifying results

The Round of 16 begins this weekend for the NASCAR Cup Series, with Darlington Raceway the cathedral for the first race of the playoffs. Denny Hamlin will start on the pole after pacing the field during qualifying on Saturday.

Denny Hamlin Has Full Confidence in Crew Chief Chris Gayle, Insists Lawsuit Won’t Affect Playoff Chances

For perhaps only the sec0nd time in NASCAR history (the late Dale Earnhardt as both a driver and team owner), a driver in contention for the Cup championship is pulling for two different teams.

Denny Hamlin chimes in with hilarious response after heated NASCAR vs. 23XI, FRM injunction hearing

Today was another step in the ongoing NASCAR lawsuit. Denny Hamlin came out of the courtroom feeling a little silly. At least, it appears that way after the tweet he put out almost as soon as he got out of the courthouse doors today.

Denny Hamlin Eyes Long-Awaited NASCAR Title With ‘Cautious Optimism’ Ahead of Playoff Push

Denny Hamlin heads into the playoffs at one of his strongest tracks, Darlington, where he owns an average finish of 7.9 with five wins in 26 starts, including a victory this spring.

'That Would Be a Good Option': Chase Briscoe Backs Denny Hamlin’s Crucial NASCAR Playoff Proposal

NASCAR fans and longtime drivers have pushed for a format overhaul for years, with many offering their own fixes. Kevin Harvick once proposed giving regular-season

Denny Hamlin reacts to treatment from NASCAR officials amid lawsuit, if it hurts championship chances

Denny Hamlin is in the unique situation of where he’s racing for a NASCAR Cup Series championship while simultaneously suing the stock car racing series.

Chris Gabehart Downplays the ‘Gamble’ Behind Breaking Successful Partnership With Denny Hamlin

Denny Hamlin and the rest of the No. 11 Joe Gibbs Racing team were forced to head into the 2025 Cup Series season without Chris Gabehart. The longtime crew chief was promoted to the organization’s director of competition and replaced by Chris Gayle.

Denny Hamlin reacts to Parker Kligerman winning Daytona Xfinity race, praises Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Parker Kligerman stepped away from full-time NASCAR Xfinity Series competition after the 2024 season. He has spent the 2025 season working as a commentator for The CW but ahead of this past Friday’s Wawa 250 at Daytona International Speedway, he got a call from Dale Earnhardt Jr.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series Championship Odds: Updated betting lines following Daytona regular season finale

The odds for who will emerge as the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series champion have been updated following this past weekend’s regular season finale at Daytona. Ryan Blaney powered his way to Victory Lane for his second win of the year, dashing the hopes of a potential Cinderella story knocking a bubble driver out of the Top 16.

Denny Hamlin reacts to Coke Zero 400 wreck, reflects on ‘horrible’ record at Daytona

Denny Hamlin was already firmly locked into the playoffs, but the driver of the No. 11 car desperately wanted a good finish at Daytona. It wasn’t meant to be.

Denny Hamlin makes predictions for 2025 NASCAR playoff eliminations