NASCAR's Strong Penalties Against Hendrick Motorsports and Kaulig Racing.

NASCAR penalized Hendrick Motorsports and Kaulig Racing's Justin Haley for modifying louvers that were not approved, resulting in four-race suspensions to the crew chiefs, a $100,000 fine to each crew chief, and 100-point penalties to the drivers and teams. NASCAR also penalized Denny Hamlin for wrecking Ross Chastain in the final laps, resulting in a 25-point penalty and a $50,000 fine. Hamlin admitted to intentionally wrecking Chastain, leading to the penalty. Both Hendrick Motorsports and Hamlin are appealing their penalties. NASCAR's consistency in enforcing rules from race to race is important for the sport.