Matthew Roy Kenseth, an American former professional stock car racing driver and the 2003 Cup Champion, recently joined an episode of the popular podcast “The Dale Jr Download.” The future NASCAR Hall of Famer Matt Kenseth, along with hosts Dale Earnhardt Jr and Mike Davis, got involved in a candid conversation. As the discussion delved into memorable moments from Kenseth’s career, the focus naturally shifted toward the infamous incident involving Joey Logano at Martinsville Speedway eight years ago.

Kenseth’s decision to wreck Joey Logano intentionally created a storm of controversy at the time. However, during the podcast, Kenseth shed light on the true reasons behind his controversial move, which extended beyond the on-track incident itself.

The Martinsville incident between Kenseth and Logano took place during the 2015 NASCAR Cup Series season. Kenseth had a long-standing reputation as a composed and calculated driver, making his actions that day particularly surprising. To understand Kenseth’s perspective, it’s essential to consider the events leading up to and following the incident, including the comments made by Logano and the subsequent race at Talladega.

The Martinsville Incident and Matt Kenseth’s Frustration

As the conversation unfolded on the podcast, Earnhardt Jr asked Kenseth if the incident at Martinsville was the angriest he had ever been on the track.

Taking about the events surrounding the crash, Kenseth replied, “You know, I don’t know. I’ve been mad after some; you really you kind of get mad when it’s not only intentional, you know, but that one was just different.” He went on to explain that it wasn’t solely the intentional nature of the incident that made him angry but rather the comments made by Logano afterward.

Kenseth expressed his belief that Logano’s comments after the race added insult to injury. Logano’s words seemed to imply that the incident was justified, intensifying Kenseth’s frustration. Matt said, “It was all comments after the race, the comments the next week. The aftermath of the Martinsville incident revealed a deeper layer of animosity between the two drivers.

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The Talladega Race and Strategic Moves of Joey Logano

Following the Martinsville incident, the NASCAR Cup Series moved to Talladega Superspeedway, where Kenseth encountered further provocative actions from Logano. Kenseth revealed in the Dale Jr Download podcast, “The race at Talladega the week after that when you know they pulled two car links behind me on a restart on purpose to drag my row back so, I couldn’t have a chance to win and get back in.” This shows Logano preventing Kenseth from having a chance to win the race and regain lost ground in the championship battle.

Back in 2015, in a telephone interview with The Associated Press, Matt mentioned: “I really stand by my actions,” he said. “I feel like there’s a breaking point. It wasn’t just about being mad; it was about getting this fixed. So, it was time to make it stop.”

This statement by Matt proves that the strategic move by Logano served as another catalyst for Kenseth’s anger. So, it demonstrated a calculated effort to hinder Kenseth’s performance and added weight to the decision he made at Martinsville. The incidents at Martinsville and Talladega showcased a rivalry that extended beyond on-track competition, fueled by personal grudges.

This revelation adds a layer of understanding to the controversy and sheds light on the emotions and dynamics that can fuel intense rivalries in the world of NASCAR.

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