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May 29, 2022; Concord, North Carolina, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin (11) wins the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
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May 29, 2022; Concord, North Carolina, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin (11) wins the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin used to host an event known as the Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown, but ever since the Covid pandemic, the charity race has not seen the light. However, recently Hamlin and Dale Earnhardt Jr. were seen discussing the possibility of its revival during a discussion over Twitter.
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Hamlin’s short track showdown used to take place at tracks such as the Southside Speedway, Richmond Raceway, South Boston Speedway, and Langley Speedway. The races saw Late model cars go around in circles driven by some of the best-known local and regional racing drivers.
However, since Junior and Hamlin were seen discussing the possibility of creating a Late Model All-Star race on short tracks, the enthusiasm of NASCAR fans spiked.
NASCAR fans react to Denny Hamlin and Dale Earnhardt Jr’s idea to bring back short-track showdowns
Dale Jr has been widely applauded for his efforts surrounding the revival of the dilapidated North Wilkesboro racetrack. Even more so, recently, the two-time Daytona 500 winner along with his friend hosted a sold-out event at the venue, which saw him get into a late model car with the iconic sun drop logo printed all over the car.
NASCAR fans showcased their enthusiasm with the concept of an All-star race just for short track-based late-model racing.
Bring back to Short track Showdown? https://t.co/lTYuP0acvG
— Denny Hamlin (@dennyhamlin) September 9, 2022
Was a great event. Wondered why you ever stopped 🤷🏼♂️
— Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr) September 9, 2022
It stopped during COVID. Just hasn’t been the right situation to bring it back.
— Denny Hamlin (@dennyhamlin) September 9, 2022
Denny please ask @DaleJr since he's so good at reviving things,if he could revive my marriage
— Haji Moses summer basketball enjoyer (@HajiMoses3) September 9, 2022
Looks like the right situation has presented itself! This race would be the biggest LMSC race on the schedule next year if it happened.
— WeBro88 (@WeBro88) September 9, 2022
As I said other day this would be a great time to bring it back and car count would be crazy
— Bobby Horsley (@BobbyHorsley) September 9, 2022
Oh come on @dennyhamlin you have everyone's phone number to be in the middle of the great come back that is happening. Be a part of it man. I know your a busy guy, but. With the influence you have this could be better. The more the merrier 🏁🏁🏁🏁
— Doug C (@Combsdg1) September 9, 2022
I don’t know the financial side of it, but I sure as heck hope the right situation happens soon. pic.twitter.com/MtHjRSBIk9
— Randall Loftin (@Loftin27) September 9, 2022
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Hear me out… Like the PGA Champions Tour… Start a new Late Model, Short Track Series for retired drivers and crew members. Would amazing
— Buckeye (@BuckeyeBarnes1) September 9, 2022
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As per the latest reports, North Wilkesboro is going to be featured in the Cup Series next year. That surely raises the hopes that more iconic old unused short tracks could also be revived and brought back into the top field of NASCAR. This also boosts the chances of having an All-Star late model racing event coming up in the future. What are your thoughts regarding the proposition made by Denny Hamlin and Dale Earnhardt Jr? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section.
