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The Duels did not disappoint in setting up what will be an exciting Daytona 500

Kyle Dager
February 16, 2024

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📝 Leclerc was aware of Ferrari’s discussions with Lewis Hamilton before he signed his extension

😡 Blaney "sick of paying" for bad pushes after vicious Duel crash

1️⃣ Reddick wins Duel #1; Johnson narrowly makes the field

2️⃣ Duel #2 marred by massive crash; Bell wins

⏱️ Hendrick Motorsports not on the front row for the Daytona 500 since 2014

🔥 NASCAR’s negotiations to add a new auto manufacturer for competition are heating up

🚑 NASCAR Truck Series driver involved in a serious car accident on the way to Daytona

📺 FOX Sports making serious play for IndyCar TV rights

🇦🇷 IndyCar boss Miles rules out non-points race in Argentina for 2024

Motorsports Moneyline

Daytona 500 Driver Odds (provided by BetMGM)

+1100 Brad Keselowski

+1100 Ryan Blaney

+1100 Chase Elliott

+1100 Denny Hamlin

+1300 Kyle Busch

Daytona 500 Manufacturer Odds (provided by BetMGM)

+140 Ford

+170 Chevrolet

+290 Toyota

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Hamlin Wants a Seat at the Table

During Daytona 500 Media Day, Denny Hamlin voiced a strong opinion that drivers and teams should have a greater influence in NASCAR's decision-making processes. As a prominent figure in the racing world, both as a driver for Joe Gibbs Racing and co-owner of 23XI Racing, Hamlin's perspective carries significant weight. He criticized the current system as monopolistic, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach to the sport's direction. Highlighting the ongoing disputes over the Charter agreement and the allocation of broadcasting rights revenue for 2025, Hamlin expressed his belief that drivers should, at the very least, have a "seat at the table," a position currently hindered by NASCAR's selective inclusivity.

Hamlin also shared his thoughts on the NASCAR Cup Series Playoff format, proposing a revision to how the championship is decided. Rather than a single, winner-take-all race, he suggests extending the championship decider over three races to create a more equitable competition. According to Hamlin, this change would not only ensure a fairer determination of the champion but could also enhance television ratings by maintaining competitive tension across multiple events.