Denny Hamlin is never one to shy away from controversy, and once again, he’s making headlines with his outspoken criticism of Team Penske’s on-track behavior. In the latest chapter of his long-running rivalry with Roger Penske’s camp, Hamlin has accused Penske driver Ryan Blaney of repeated offenses, signaling his growing impatience with what he sees as aggressive and unfair tactics.
Pit Road Chaos Sparks Hamlin’s Fury
The latest incident occurred during the NASCAR Cup Series race at Texas Motor Speedway, where Blaney and Hamlin found themselves in a heated battle—not just on the track, but also on pit road. According to Hamlin, Blaney was “pushing me down the pit lane,” a move that ultimately led to Blaney receiving a speeding penalty.
Speaking on his podcast Actions Detrimental, Hamlin didn’t hold back.
“It’s starting to get on my nerves. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen this from them. And honestly, I had a little chuckle in the car when I saw him get penalized,” Hamlin said, making it clear that he felt Blaney had finally faced the consequences of his own aggressive racing style.
A History of Bad Blood?
This isn’t the first time Hamlin has taken issue with Team Penske. Just last year, he raised eyebrows when he suggested that NASCAR should investigate the organization’s success at Phoenix Raceway, hinting at possible irregularities. And let’s not forget his ongoing feud with Joey Logano, whom he once labeled as an undeserving champion due to NASCAR’s playoff format.
“If Joey Logano wins this title, there is going to be a wrath on social media about this format,” Hamlin warned, echoing the frustrations of many fans who believe the current championship system can reward inconsistency.
Rivalry Heating Up as Playoffs Approach
With the NASCAR season heading into its most crucial stretch, tensions are higher than ever. Hamlin and Blaney are both strong contenders, and with emotions running this high, it’s only a matter of time before their on-track battles escalate further.
Is Hamlin just frustrated, or is there real merit to his accusations? And more importantly, will this rivalry boil over into an all-out war before the playoffs end?
One thing’s for sure—NASCAR fans will be watching every move these two make.
