Denny Hamlin, a driver for Joe Gibbs Racing, discussed the challenges he faced during the final restart of the Coca-Cola 600, which ultimately cost him a chance at victory. Although he believed he had one of the fastest cars, Hamlin noted that side-by-side racing with teammate Christopher Bell prevented him from making a decisive move on race leader Daniel Suarez. He expressed disappointment, stating, "I thought we were at our best when it really mattered at the end, just didn't." Hamlin started the race in 11th place after qualifying was canceled due to rain and managed to stay in the top 10 throughout, winning Stage 2 after leading 51 laps. However, a strategic two-tire call by Suarez's team allowed him to take the lead late in the race. Hamlin finished third after Bell and he battled for position, which allowed Suarez to pull away before the race was called due to rain with 27 laps remaining. This victory marked Suarez's third career Cup Series win and his first Coca-Cola 600 victory.