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Hamlin Returns to Racing After Brief Break for Son’s Birth
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Highlights
- Denny Hamlin missed one race for the birth of his son.
- His son’s name is Jameson Drew, honoring JD Gibbs and James Dean.
- Martin Truex Jr. replaced Hamlin at the Mexico City race.
- Hamlin holds the record with seven wins at Pocono Raceway.
- Hamlin plans to continue his strong performance at upcoming Pocono race.
While he appreciated the chance to be with family, Hamlin is eager to resume racing as the Cup Series returns to a familiar setting. This week’s venue is Pocono Raceway, a track where Hamlin has posted outstanding results over his career.
With a total of seven wins at Pocono, he holds the record for most victories at the track. He finished as runner-up in 2024 and secured his seventh win there in 2023.
Hamlin’s history at Pocono goes back to his rookie season in 2006, where he won both races from the pole, marking his first Cup Series victories.
He credits his long-term performance at the track to a consistent approach, saying that the specific car, tires, or aerodynamic packages do not change how he drives at Pocono.
Hamlin has mentioned that Pocono is one of the rare tracks where he has not needed to adapt his style, regardless of changes in the vehicle or the NASCAR rules package. This adaptability and confidence have helped him sustain success at the Pennsylvania track over nearly two decades.
Heading back to Pocono, Hamlin is focused on adding to his victory count and building momentum for the remainder of the season. After spending important time with his growing family, Hamlin’s focus turns once again to trophy chasing on the track.
The next Cup Series race at Pocono offers him another opportunity to extend his record and get back in the points hunt after missing a week of competition.
Fans will be watching to see if Hamlin can continue his strong record at Pocono and make more history in what has already been a memorable year.
The 2025 racing season continues to provide exciting storylines, much like the coverage of recent F1 events that captivated motorsport fans worldwide.
John Martinez delivers real-time NASCAR Cup Series and Truck Series news, from live race updates to pit-lane strategy analysis. A graduate of the University of Northwestern Ohio’s Motorsports Technology program, he breaks down rule changes, driver tactics, and championship points with crystal-clear reporting.
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