Denny Hamlin among six drivers starting at the back in Michigan
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 5:53 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Denny Hamlin, the pole-sitter for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway on Sunday, is set to start from the rear of the field. This decision affects a total of six drivers, all penalized for unapproved adjustments made following the qualifying session. The race day will see these drivers attempting to navigate the challenges of starting behind the rest of the pack. Further details on the implications of this start position for Hamlin and the others will be observed during the race.
- •Denny Hamlin is the pole-sitter for the Michigan race on Sunday.
- •Six drivers will start from the back due to unapproved adjustments.
- •The race takes place at Michigan International Speedway.
- 5:53 PMRacer — Pole winner Hamlin among six dropping to the back for the start at Michigan
"Denny Hamlin, the pole-sitter for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway, will be one of six drivers starting from the rear of the field, all for unapproved adjustments following qualifying.
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