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Denny Hamlin discusses brake issues and strategy during Iowa race

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Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Denny Hamlin discusses brake issues and strategy during Iowa race

Summary

Denny Hamlin faced significant brake problems during the NASCAR race at Iowa Speedway on August 10, 2026, prompting pre-race adjustments. Hamlin, alongside Toyota drivers Chase Briscoe, Riley Herbst, and Bubba Wallace, modified their setups to address these issues. Although Hamlin achieved a fifth-place finish, he emphasized that these changes were not an experiment for the upcoming championship races. Hamlin's brake pressure fluctuated throughout the race, leading to concerns about safety and urging NASCAR to reconsider their rules regarding brake pad changes. He expressed a willingness to accept penalties for necessary adjustments, highlighting the need for common sense in race regulations.

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By the Numbers

•Hamlin faced brake issues at Iowa Speedway on August 10, 2026.
•He finished fifth, while teammate Briscoe placed sixth.
•Pre-race adjustments included changing air cooling ducts.
•Hamlin called for NASCAR to re-evaluate brake pad rules.
•He emphasized that the changes were not for strategic advantage.

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1:19 AMYahoo Sports — Denny Hamlin explains team's brake package decision at Iowa
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What they're saying

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Denny Hamlin’s brake situation at Iowa Speedway appeared so dire on Sunday prior to the race that he effectively forced NASCAR to call his bluff. Hamlin, alongside fellow Toyota alliance stablemates Chase Briscoe, Riley Herbst and Bubba Wallace, each spent extended time in the garage to make pre-race changes. Those changes were detailed in the stories below. Read Also: NASCAR ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com