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Kansas Chaos: Chase Elliott Wins, Denny Hamlin Wrecks Bubba Wallace as Round of 12 Drama Heats Up, Roval Preview, and more!

Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX Sep 30, 2025 61 min

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The podcast dives into the thrilling Kansas Speedway race where Chase Elliott clinched a crucial victory amidst playoff tensions, including a controversial wreck involving Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace. Hosts discuss the strategic nuances of the upcoming Charlotte Roval race, playoff implications, and the challenges faced by drivers like Tyler Reddick. They also reflect on the dynamics within teams, race officiating changes, and share personal racing stories. The episode blends race analysis with behind-the-scenes insights, driver mentalities, and fan engagement through picks and social segments.

Topics: chase elliott victory denny hamlin bubba wallace wreck kansas speedway race recap charlotte roval preview nascar playoffs drama team dynamics and strategy tyler reddick family update race officiating changes driver mental focus fan picks and engagement

Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down a wild NASCAR weekend at Kansas, where Chase Elliott scored a thrilling win after a chaotic finish that saw Denny Hamlin wreck Bubba Wallace, costing Bubba a shot at victory. The crew dives into the fallout, analyzing the pressure Hamlin faces after being at the center of dramatic incidents two weeks in a row during the Round of 12. Looking ahead, they preview the upcoming Charlotte Roval, one of the most unpredictable races in the playoffs, and debate which contenders are most at risk as the Round of 12 continues. Mamba shares this week’s top moments on social media in Mamba’s Social Sips, and the show closes with Last Call, where the crew grades Elliott’s burnout and makes their picks for who will win at the Roval. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR THE ROVAL: https://forms.gle/nFSHX1w6EZ22eg8k7 0:00 - Intro 3:58 - Kansas Recap 32:32 - ROVAL Preview 40:34 - Mamba’s Social Sips 52:48 - Last Call! 56:43 - Submit Picks For The ROVAL GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices