Denny Hamlin Discusses Brake Package Challenges at Iowa Speedway

Denny Hamlin encountered serious brake problems at Iowa Speedway, leading to pre-race adjustments alongside teammates Chase Briscoe, Riley Herbst, and Bubba Wallace. Despite these efforts, Hamlin finished fifth while Briscoe placed sixth.

Hamlin explained that he aimed to adopt setups from 23XI Racing, which had performed well at the track previously. However, he quickly realized that the changes were not effective for him. He attributed the brake issues to a potentially defective batch of brake pads, noting erratic brake pressure during the race.

Hamlin and crew chief Chris Gayle expressed concerns about NASCAR's rules regarding brake pad changes, advocating for a review of the policy for safety reasons. Hamlin emphasized that his intentions were not strategic but rather aimed at ensuring safety on the track.