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Hamlin clocked a 54.686‑second lap at 164.576 mph to claim his 51st career pole, tying him with Ryan Newman for ninth on the all‑time list. With rain forecasted, teams are already plotting strategy.
Denny Hamlin claimed the pole for the upcoming Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway, posting a lap of 54.686 seconds at 164.576 mph. The session was reshaped by weather concerns, and his performance ties him with Ryan Newman for ninth on the all‑time pole list.
Denny Hamlin’s 63rd victory at Michigan equalized him with Kyle Busch, cut Tyler Reddick’s points advantage, and sparked tributes to the late two‑time champion Ned Jarrett.
Kyle Busch, the two‑time Cup Series champion whose 63 victories defined a generation, died at 41 after a battle with bacterial pneumonia. His fierce competitiveness, candidness and deep ties to his Nevada roots left an indelible mark on the sport and his hometown.
The passing of Kyle Busch at 41 reveals the extreme physical strain and unyielding culture of NASCAR, while also exposing contrasting views on whether its drivers qualify as athletes.
Brad Keselowski’s record at Dover includes three All‑Star runner‑up finishes, 183 career laps led and a near‑perfect top‑10 rate, as he aims for his first All‑Star win in 2024.
The NASCAR All-Star Race will be held for the first time at Dover Motor Speedway, offering a million‑dollar prize and featuring a star‑studded lineup of 19 drivers, including championship leader Tyler Reddick and past winners Kyle Larson and Joey Logano.