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Hamlin takes virtual NASCAR race at Homestead
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In this Monday, Feb. 17 file photo,Denny Hamlin celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The stands were packed, Jimmie Johnson caused several wrecks, Denny Hamlin raced barefoot and damaged cars were repaired with the push of a button — a few virtual signs that NASCAR backed quite an unreal race.