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Bell struggles late as Hamlin takes Nashville Cup victory

Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 5:27 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Bell struggles late as Hamlin takes Nashville Cup victory

Summary

At Nashville Superspeedway, Bell fell short to his Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Denny Hamlin during a four-lap sprint to the finish. The race concluded with a tense battle where Bell was unable to secure the lead, handing the victory to Hamlin. This result may impact the team dynamics moving forward in the season as both drivers compete for supremacy within the organization.

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By the Numbers

•Bell lost to teammate Denny Hamlin in a close finish at Nashville.
•The race featured a four-lap sprint to the end.
•Bell's performance raises questions about his late-race strategy.
•Hamlin's win adds to his accomplishments this season.
•The race influences the internal competition at Joe Gibbs Racing.

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5:27 AMRacer — Bell 'dropped the ball' and gave away Nashville Cup win

What they're saying

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Bell came up short to Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Denny Hamlin when the victory was decided in a four-lap sprint to the finish at Nashville Superspeedway.
— Racerby Kelly Crandall

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