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Denny Hamlin defies attorney wishes, sends message to fans on social media amid NASCAR trial

JHby: Jonathan Howard12/03/25Jondean25

Despite his attorneys wanting him to keep quiet on social media for the time being, Denny Hamlin just can’t help himself. Late last night, Hamlin sent a message to fans as this NASCAR trial finished up two days in court and prepared itself for a third.

Denny Hamlin is not known for keeping quiet. He wouldn’t have a podcast if he wasn’t someone who talks a lot. The same goes for his social media, particularly on Twitter/X. He has a habit of replying or posting when maybe he shouldn’t. Fans love it, though.

“My lawyers don’t want me to tweet, or X or whatever this is, but they are asleep,” Hamlin posted at 12:45 AM ET last night. “I just wanted to tell you that I love you guys and I will not stop fighting for you and what is right.”

The court has already heard testimony from Denny Hamlin. So, he’s done with his part of the lawsuit as far as going on the stand is concerned. It was a passionate and emotional back-and-forth at times between Hamlin and NASCAR’s legal counsel.

Following Hamlin was Scott Prime, executive vice president at NASCAR. Prime was pressed on NASCAR’s charter negotiation process, track relationships, and more. It was a contentious line of questioning at times, with attorney Jeffrey Kessler, Prime’s own job was called into question.

This is only Day 3 of the trial. There is a lot more that will unfold between now and then. I’m sure we will have more Denny Hamlin tweets, too.

Denny Hamlin called 2025 Charter Agreement ‘death certificate’

During cross-examination, Denny Hamlin seemed to have a back-and-forth with NASCAR’s legal counsel. When asked about the 2025 Charter Agreement and why 23XI didn’t sign it, Hamlin responded in kind. In usual Hamlin fashion, he didn’t pull back.

“I didn’t sign because I knew this was my death certificate for the future,” Hamlin said, via Dustin Long of NBC Sports. “I have spent 20 years trying to make this sport grow sa a driver and for the last five years as a team owner. 23XI is doing our part. You can’t have someone treat you this unfairly and I knew it wasn’t right. They were wrong and someone needed to be held accountable.”

Denny Hamlin mentioned the aggressive deadline that NASCAR gave the teams to sign the charter agreement. 23XI Racing responded in kind with a letter to the sanctioning body. In that letter, the team made eight points that it felt needed to be changed/made. NASCAR responded by saying “negotiations are closed.” Then, of course, we get the start of the lawsuit.

This is a contentious situation. Both sides have deep, personal feelings about the other, and none of it seems good. With emotions running high, we are sure to get more harsh words.