Denny Hamlin races for his dying father’s last chance to see him win a NASCAR championship
October 30, 2025
Denny Hamlin is chasing his first NASCAR championship at Phoenix Raceway. Despite 60 career wins and three Daytona 500 victories, he’s known as the greatest driver never to win the Cup. His father, Dennis, who sacrificed much to support his son’s career, is too ill to attend. Hamlin sees this as his last chance for his dad to witness a championship win. He’s racing against Chase Briscoe, Kyle Larson, and William Byron. Hamlin has faced setbacks in previous championship attempts but remains hopeful. If he wins, he plans to celebrate with his father, fulfilling a long-held dream.