He's a threat to win this week's Goodyear 400 at the legendary Darlington, where Hamlin is known for finding a unique entry into Turn 1 and using it to his advantage. He owns four career wins at the "Too Tough to Tame" track, which has been Darlington's reputation all the way back to its first race in 1950.

TeaSunday at Martinsville Speedway was the race to end all races as Denny Hamlin finally slashed his 31-race winless streak. He notched his 55th career win after leading for 274 of 400 laps, including three over-time restarts.

To a familiar mixture of cheers and boos, Denny Hamlin climbed onto his No_ 11 Toyota’s doorsill and unfurled a blue flag emblazoned with “11 Against The World.”