BREAKING NEWS: Kyle Larson Caught in Controversy After Denny Hamlin Alleges Cheating in Shocking Statement
July 20, 2025 | NASCAR Newsroom
In a shocking development that’s sending shockwaves through the NASCAR world, Denny Hamlin has publicly accused fellow driver Kyle Larson of cheating, igniting one of the most intense controversies of the 2025 Cup Series season.
The drama unfolded following a heated post-race press conference after last weekend’s race, where Hamlin suggested Larson had gained an unfair advantage due to “irregularities” discovered during post-race inspection. Though Hamlin didn’t go into full detail, his statement was blunt:
> “He knows what he did. It’s not the first time, and it’s definitely not clean racing,” Hamlin said. “You can call it what you want, but I call it cheating.”
The comment lit up social media, with fans and analysts fiercely debating the claim. NASCAR officials have yet to confirm whether any official investigation is underway, but sources inside the garage report that Larson’s car did face “extended scrutiny” post-race.
Larson, currently sitting in the top five in the championship standings, denied all allegations, calling them “reckless and baseless.”
> “I’ve never and would never cheat. I race hard and fair. I don’t know what Denny’s trying to get at,” Larson said.
The rivalry between the two drivers has been growing over the past two seasons, but this latest incident could mark a turning point.
As NASCAR fans wait for more details, one thing is clear: this feud just got personal, and the fallout could impact both drivers’ seasons — and reputations — in a major way.
