Martin Truex Jr loved seeing Denny Hamlin pay tribute to Kyle Busch after winning the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan on Sunday.
What happened?
Hamlin's win tied him with Busch for ninth on the all-time Cup Series wins list with 63.
Martin Truex Jr reacted to the moment, saying it was special to see.
Why it matters for Martin Truex Jr
Truex knows Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch very well, as the three were teammates at Joe Gibbs Racing.
The trio was together when Truex joined the team in 2019 and remained together for four seasons.
What comes next?
Hamlin earned his third victory of the season and his second in as many weeks.
In the last five races, Hamlin has finished in the top five in four of them.
After finishing second in the final standings last season, Hamlin looks poised to win his first Cup Series title this year.
Truex joined the Prime Video broadcast team while enjoying his retirement.
In his career, the 45-year-old won 34 Cup races, two Cup Series regular-season championships and one Cup Series title in 2017.
Denny Hamlin discussed the significance of earning the win after Busch's death, saying it was an unbelievable feeling.
Hamlin also mentioned the loss of Gentleman Ned Jarrett, the original badass of the 11.
Truex was with Joe Gibbs Racing until his retirement at the end of the 2024 season.
The NASCAR community is still thinking about Kyle, Samantha, Brexton, and Lennix.
Hamlin's win was a great tribute to Busch, and Truex appreciated the moment.
The energy of the crowd was palpable as Hamlin honored Busch.
Truex said everybody is thinking about Samantha and their family, and what they've been through is horrific.
Hamlin is on fire, and it's hard to stop him right now.
The NASCAR Cup Series will continue, and Hamlin will look to build on his momentum.
Martin Truex Jr will be watching from retirement, having left a lasting legacy in the sport.
The tribute to Kyle Busch was a special moment, and it will be remembered for a long time.
Denny Hamlin's win was a testament to his skill and dedication to the sport.
But for now, the focus is on the upcoming races and the battle for the Cup Series title.
The NASCAR community will continue to support Samantha and her family.
And as the season progresses, Hamlin will look to stay on top and bring home the championship.
The Michigan win was a significant moment for Hamlin, and it will be a crucial part of his season.
But Truex's reaction to the tribute was what made the moment truly special.
It was a moment of respect and admiration for a fellow driver.
And it showed the bond between the drivers in the NASCAR community.
The Cup Series will continue to be exciting, with many talented drivers competing.
But for now, the focus is on Denny Hamlin and his impressive win.
Martin Truex Jr's reaction to the tribute was a highlight of the day.
It was a moment that will be remembered for a long time.
And it showed the respect and admiration that the drivers have for each other.
The NASCAR Cup Series is a competitive and exciting sport.
And the tribute to Kyle Busch was a special moment in the series.
It was a moment that brought the community together.
And it will be remembered as a significant part of the season.
The drivers will continue to compete and push each other to be their best.
And the fans will continue to support them every step of the way.
The Michigan win was a great moment for Denny Hamlin.
And it was a special moment for the NASCAR community.
It was a moment of respect and admiration.
And it will be remembered for a long time.