Denny Hamlin snags Michigan win for third victory of 2026

Denny Hamlin won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway on Sunday, claiming his second consecutive victory and third of the 2026 season. The win is the 63rd of his career, tying the late Kyle Busch for ninth all-time in Cup Series victories, despite having to start from the rear after making unapproved adjustments following his pole position qualifying run. The race was halted on Lap 150 due to a serious crash between Chase Elliott and Christopher Bell, both of whom were able to exit their vehicles under their own power and were evaluated and released from the infield care center.