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At 44, NASCAR star Denny Hamlin wakes up every morning wondering if he ‘still got it’
Joe Gibbs Racing driver Denny Hamlin questions his abilities every morning due to his age, currently in his 20th full-time NASCAR Cup Series season, which he will complete at 45 years old.
Despite speculation about retirement, Hamlin has consistently shown his competitive drive, with his recent victory at Dover being his fourth in the 2025 season after a tough battle with teammate Chase Briscoe.
Even maintaining top performance, Hamlin admits to doubting his capabilities regularly, especially as he nears the age of 45 and faces concerns like eyesight issues affecting his job performance.
While aiming for a Cup Series title, Hamlin focuses on accumulating more victories before retirement, acknowledging the challenging format of the Playoffs that could determine his success in pursuing a championship.
