# Hamlin and Five Others Start from the Back

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Podcast: [NASCAR News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nascar-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7512012)
Published: 2026-06-07T18:15:57+00:00
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Denny Hamlin, pole sitter for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Michigan, is starting from the back after his team had to make unapproved underbody repairs following a flat tire during qualifying. He’s not alone—five other top drivers, including Christopher Bell, Erik Jones, Austin Cindric, Josh Berry, and William Byron, also face rear-grid starts due to tire issues, mechanical failures, or spins during qualifying. Hamlin, who famously overcame a penalty to win last week at Nashville and is the defending Michigan champ, remains confident, noting his team’s focus was on securing a decent pit stall—which they got. With so many contenders starting behind the leader, Sunday’s race promises wild unpredictability as these drivers battle to claw their way forward. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d1dbe2ed08a530ef

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