Denny Hamlin responds to Tyler Reddick’s remarks on Bubba Wallace’s co-ownership with 23XI Racing…….
Denny Hamlin, co-owner of 23XI Racing, addressed Tyler Reddick’s remarks suggesting that Bubba Wallace might leverage Hamlin’s dual role as a driver and team owner to his advantage on the track. Reddick implied that Wallace could engage more assertively with Hamlin, believing that Hamlin would avoid aggressive retaliation to prevent damaging his own team’s car.
In response, Hamlin clarified on his “Actions Detrimental” podcast that he maintains a consistent racing approach with all drivers, including those from his own team. He emphasized that while it’s prudent to exercise caution to avoid unnecessary incidents, he doesn’t offer undue leniency to his drivers. Hamlin stated, “I think I drive the cars that I own the same as I do the cars that I’m teammates with. I think it’s kind of an all Toyota… we all race each other very similarly.”
This exchange highlights the complexities inherent in Hamlin’s dual responsibilities as both a competitor and a team owner, underscoring the delicate balance required to maintain fairness and competitiveness on the track.
