NASCAR Faces Backlash Over Driver Approval Process After Phoenix Crash

Kyle Busch, Denny Hamlin, and Daniel Suarez criticize NASCAR's system for allowing drivers with limited stock car experience to compete at the Cup Series level.

Kyle Busch called NASCAR's driver approval process 'broken' and criticized its reliance on non-driver executives to make key decisions.
Denny Hamlin echoed Busch's concerns, advocating for stricter standards to ensure only prepared drivers compete in the elite Cup Series.
Daniel Suarez expressed frustration after a crash with Katherine Legge at Phoenix, arguing that NASCAR set her up for failure due to insufficient preparation time.
The controversy follows struggles by crossover drivers like Helio Castroneves and Katherine Legge, raising questions about NASCAR's open-door policy for non-stock car racers.
Calls are growing for NASCAR to implement a more transparent and merit-based approval system, similar to Formula 1's Super License framework.