NASCAR has pushed back on Denny Hamlin's reasons for teams to shoot down the 'run what you brung' exhibition race

NASCAR's Mike Forde has responded to Denny Hamlin's claims that the proposed All-Star "Run What Ya Brung" feature would have cost the teams roughly $2 million.

Last week, NASCAR announced the new format for the All Star race, including an extension to 250 laps and the addition of a promoter’s caution flag. Shortly after the announcement, rumors circulated that NASCAR had actually proposed adding another element to the race that fans have wanted for years.