Denny Hamlin Secures Sixth Martinsville Win, Ends 10-Year Drought

Hamlin's dominant performance at the Cook Out 400 ties him with Rusty Wallace for 11th on NASCAR's all-time wins list and guarantees his playoff spot.

• Denny Hamlin claimed his sixth career victory at Martinsville Speedway, his first win at the track since 2015, breaking a 10-year drought.
• The win marks Hamlin's 55th career NASCAR Cup Series victory, tying him with Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace for 11th on the all-time wins list.
• Hamlin led 274 of the 400 laps during the Cook Out 400, showcasing a dominant performance backed by strategic adjustments from his Joe Gibbs Racing team.
• Christopher Bell, Hamlin's Joe Gibbs Racing teammate, finished second, with Bubba Wallace, Chase Elliott, and Kyle Larson rounding out the top five.
• The NASCAR Cup Series continues on April 6, 2025, at Darlington Raceway during NASCAR Throwback Weekend, celebrating the sport's history.

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