🔥 Hamlin & Wallace Fume as Elliott’s Victory Sparks Post-Race Firestorm

It wasn’t only the checkered flag that made headlines after Sunday’s race — the aftermath quickly turned into one of the most heated talking points of the season.

Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace both left the track frustrated and openly critical of Chase Elliott, who stormed to victory in a finish that left his rivals furious. The two drivers didn’t mince words, accusing Elliott of “stealing” what they believed was rightfully their win.

Hamlin, visibly agitated, claimed that Elliott’s aggressive moves in the final laps “went too far,” robbing him of the finish he felt he had earned. “There’s racing hard, and then there’s crossing the line — and today, Chase crossed it,” Hamlin said afterward.

Wallace echoed the sentiment, pointing out that Elliott’s tactics had less to do with racing skill and more with exploiting the chaos of the late-race scramble. “It wasn’t about being the fastest car, it was about capitalizing on the mess,” Wallace remarked, clearly frustrated at the way the closing laps unfolded.

For both Hamlin and Wallace, the sting of defeat wasn’t just about coming up short — it was about believing that their shot at victory had been taken away in a way that didn’t feel fair.

Meanwhile, Elliott celebrated with his team, though his win quickly became a lightning rod for debate. For some, it was a display of the grit and determination needed to win at the highest level of NASCAR. For others, it was a controversial moment that blurred the lines between hard racing and reckless ambition.

What’s clear is that Elliott’s victory has not only added another trophy to his collection but also reignited old debates about where the line should be drawn in the heat of battle. And as the season rolls on, this showdown may become one of the defining flashpoints — with Hamlin, Wallace, and Elliott now locked in a rivalry that feels far from over.