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Denny Hamlin seeks first Brickyard 400 victory at Indianapolis

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:38 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Denny Hamlin seeks first Brickyard 400 victory at Indianapolis

Summary

Denny Hamlin is aiming for his first win at the Brickyard 400, an event considered one of NASCAR's crown jewel races. The Brickyard 400, added to the NASCAR calendar in 1994, is part of the coveted 'Grand Slam.' Achieving this would place Hamlin among an elite group of drivers who have completed this achievement, which includes legends like Jeff Gordon. As of now, the race is still to come this summer at Indianapolis.

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By the Numbers

•Denny Hamlin has never won the Brickyard 400.
•The Brickyard 400 is one of NASCAR's premier events.
•The race has been part of the series since 1994.
•Completing the 'Grand Slam' is a rare achievement.

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6:38 PMMotorsport.com — The missing jewel: Denny Hamlin's quest to win the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis

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When NASCAR drivers talk about crown jewel races, four events stand at the top of the list: The Daytona 500, Coca-Cola 600, Southern 500, and Brickyard 400. With the addition of the Indianapolis NASCAR race in 1994, the 'Grand Slam' became a coveted achievement that only a small handful of drivers have ever ever attained -- all are champions and Hall of Famers. Jeff Gordon completed it first ...Keep reading
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