Veteran Denny Hamlin, renowned for his memorable quips, delivered some hilarious one-liners while addressing the grip issue during Bristol Cup race qualifying. The challenge arose from a new resin coating applied to the track, making it difficult for drivers to maintain control of their cars.
During an interview with Fox Sports 1 after qualifying, Hamlin humorously suggested that the composition of the Goodyear tires might have contributed to the mishaps, likening it to someone urinating on them. Despite the tricky conditions caused by the resin, Hamlin admitted to finding the experience enjoyable.
Opinions among drivers varied regarding the track conditions, yet ultimately, everyone managed to complete their flying laps and achieve respectable qualifying times. Reigning champion Ryan Blaney secured the pole position, with Denny Hamlin also clinching a top-10 starting position.
Denny Hamlin applauds the positive change to Bristol track walls
The Bristol Motor Speedway’s walls underwent a transformation, transitioning from entirely black to a combination of black and red. Denny Hamlin views this change positively for drivers. He believes it will enable them to race closer to the walls, citing improved visibility of the track as a result.
Heading to Bristol, Denny Hamlin is resolute in his quest for his first victory of the 2024 season. Following his triumph in the unofficial season opener in LA, he has faced challenging times. With Toyotas showing dominance at Phoenix last weekend, Hamlin aims to capitalize on the momentum gained from the previous race.
