Denny Hamlin has been one of the standout drivers in this year’s Cup Series, grabbing a win at Martinsville along with two stage victories. With 218 points already on the board, the Joe Gibbs Racing driver is a clear contender for the title alongside William Byron,

Denny Hamlin earned his first Martinsville victory in a decade, dominating with a race-high 274 laps in the lead.

After his victory burnout, Hamlin unveiled a new victory flag reading "11 against the world" and held it to the Martinsville crowd. When asked about the flag, Hamlin credited the national championship-winning Ohio State Buckeyes football team with providing the inspiration.