“F**k, How Many Are We Gonna Lose?” – Denny Hamlin Confesses Feeling Inferior to HMS Prodigy Merely Days After NASCAR Enshrinement

Occasionally, a standout driver emerges from the pack, capturing the attention of the racing world. This recently occurred with a Hendrick Motorsports prodigy who reached a significant milestone in their career.

Competing in NASCAR is one challenge, but consistently leading laps for extended periods is another level of achievement. This was exemplified by William Byron, who recently surpassed 2,000 laps led stat his Cup Series career.

Intriguingly, just days after this milestone was publicized, fellow Cup Series driver and competitor Denny Hamlin candidly confessed to feeling inferior in comparison to the Hendrick Motorsports prodigy.

Denny Hamlin admits to not being at par with Hendrick Motorsports’ prodigy

During a discussion on the latest episode of his ‘Actions Detrimental’ podcast, Hamlin stated, “One of the things that really didn’t get said enough is that William Byron’s team. That’s why they’re upfront so much. They hold serve like 90-something percent of the time. But they come in first or second, they’re coming out there. If they are fifth or sixth, they’re coming out on the front row…”

He continued, “Track position is so important in our game, that they were just riding the coattails a lot of times of that pit crew and that just keeps putting them up front, more and more and more.”

“Where on the flip side of it, I have the opposite problem where a pit stop or yellow flag comes out and I just hold my head. I’m like, f**k how many are we gonna lose. Like, it just it’s just part of it,” Hamlin concluded.

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Hamlin believes there are only a few good pit-stop teams

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During a subsequent conversation, Hamlin emphasized that only a few teams had exceptional pit crew members. He also highlighted the crucial role they play in avoiding mistakes for drivers competing at the front, ensuring minimal time lost on pit roads.

Hamlin elaborated, “I think that there are probably five or six really really reliable pit crew guys. Pit crew teams, where you know that they are upfront, they are probably not gonna make a mistake. They’re gonna hold serve most of the time.”

He also recounted an instance where he was on the verge of winning a stage, but after a pit stop, he found himself finishing in 8th place. This experience underscored the significance of having a flawless pit crew when vying for a win from the front.

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Furthermore, Hamlin’s insights into the pivotal role of exceptional pit crews in NASCAR shed light on the often-overlooked aspect of racing success. His experiences and observations highlight the importance of teamwork and precision, both on and off the track, as crucial elements in the pursuit of victory.