Joe Gibbs Racing’s Empire on Shaky Ground!

Hamlin’s Struggles Grow Denny Hamlin faces an 18-race winless streak, plagued by penalties and distractions, sparking concerns about his focus and form.

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[{"selector":"#anim-c8287f9f-22d1-4b80-bced-a835d5973e9d [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-16.7613634196871%, 0, 0)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] JGR’s Critical Moment Joe Gibbs Racing faces a turning point, requiring urgent reinvention to recapture dominance amidst a season of mounting setbacks. Learn more