During the NASCAR Cup Series race in Atlanta on Sunday, Denny Hamlin was involved in a crash that set off a multi-car wreck with 39 laps to go. Hamlin’s No. 11 Toyota hit the outside wall and made contact with Tyler Reddick, triggering a collision that also involved Connor Zilisch, Michael McDowell, and William Byron. The chain reaction appeared to begin after Hamlin collided with Joey Logano, whose rear end struck Hamlin’s nose just before the impact with the wall.
Teams Respond to Crash Damage
Following the wreck, Pit Road Network (PRN) reported that Hamlin’s team was repairing the right side of his car in an attempt to keep him in the race. Additionally, Reddick’s No. 45 Toyota sustained damage, with his crew working to secure loose panels and prepare the vehicle for continued competition.
Unfolding Incident Sparks Tense Reactions
The incident drew immediate attention, with live commentary capturing the moment Hamlin went around and caused the pileup. The crash added tension to the Atlanta race and raised concerns about vehicle safety and race outcomes as teams scrambled to manage the aftermath.
Denny Hamlin's team is working on the right side. @prnbrett reports a lot of focus on the right rear quarterpanel and tire area. A NASCAR official is pointing at the car, telling them what they must fix to get him back in the race.
— PRN (@PRNlive) February 22, 2026
Tyler Reddick is getting further repairs. @theNAPAnetwork reporter @prnbrett says the team is having a weird issue.
It's so cold outside that the tape won't stick to the car. So theyr'e trying to figure out a way to secure those loose panels.
— PRN (@PRNlive) February 22, 2026
Denny Hamlin goes around and triggers a pileup in Atlanta! pic.twitter.com/pEdKXFCsJT
— FOX: NASCAR (@NASCARONFOX) February 22, 2026
