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Denny Hamlin Felt Betrayed by Ty Gibbs

September 23, 2025 | Edition #403
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Nobody expected sparks to fly between Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs at New Hampshire, but that’s exactly what happened when hard, unyielding racing between JGR teammates ended with both of them frustrated. With Gibbs not in playoff contention, Hamlin questioned why a teammate would make life tougher for those chasing a title, even using “betrayal” to sum up the moment.
Now, the spotlight lands on team leadership to settle the tension and define garage boundaries going forward.

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