The NASCAR world was set ablaze with excitement on September 7, 2025, as Denny Hamlin, fresh off his electrifying victory at the Enjoy Illinois 300 at World Wide Technology Raceway, dropped a heartwarming bombshell alongside his wife, Jordan Fish. Just hours after clinching his 59th career Cup Series win, the couple announced they are expecting their fourth child, a baby girl named Harper Grace Hamlin, due in March 2026. The revelation, shared via a joint Instagram post, sparked a flood of congratulations from fans, fellow drivers, and NASCAR insiders, amplifying the joy of Hamlin’s triumphant weekend.
The announcement came as a surprise, with the couple revealing they had kept the pregnancy under wraps until after Hamlin’s Gateway triumph, which also marked Toyota’s 200th Cup Series victory. “We’ve been holding onto this one,” Hamlin wrote, alongside a photo of Jordan cradling her bump with their children—Taylor (12), Molly (8), and Jameson (3 months)—beaming beside her. “Harper Grace is coming to make our family complete. Couldn’t ask for a better day!” Jordan echoed the sentiment, captioning, “From the track to the nursery, life’s moving fast!” The post, featuring a sonogram and the family in matching No. 11 gear, racked up thousands of likes and comments within hours.
Hamlin’s Gateway win, where he led 75 laps to secure his fifth victory of 2025 and a spot in the Round of 12, took on extra significance with the announcement. Fans on X, including posts from accounts like @NASCARVibes, hailed the timing as “perfect,” with one user writing, “Denny wins on the track and in life—Harper Grace is gonna be a champ!” Drivers like Chase Briscoe and Bubba Wallace, Hamlin’s 23XI Racing protégé, joined the celebration, with Wallace joking, “Another future NASCAR fan in the making!” The outpouring of support underscored Hamlin’s stature as a beloved figure, despite his polarizing “villain” persona.
This milestone adds to Hamlin’s eventful year, balancing fatherhood with a stellar season. The 44-year-old, now one win shy of tying Kevin Harvick’s 60 Cup Series victories, has navigated personal challenges, including his father’s health struggles, while leading Joe Gibbs Racing to dominance. Jordan, a former Charlotte Bobcats dancer, has been a constant presence, often sharing glimpses of their family life on social media. The couple, engaged since January 2024, welcomed their son Jameson in June 2025, making Harper’s arrival a swift addition to their growing family.
As Hamlin prepares for Bristol’s Bass Pro Shops Night Race, where he boasts four career wins, the anticipation of Harper Grace’s arrival adds a new layer of motivation. With a two-year contract extension and a championship still in sight, Hamlin’s 2025 story is one of triumph on and off the track, captivating the NASCAR world with every lap and life milestone.
