Ryan Truex is making his first NASCAR Cup Series start since 2014 when he replaces Denny Hamlin at Mexico City.

Denny Hamlin will not race in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Mexico City following the birth of his son, Joe Gibbs Racing announced on June 12.

With Denny Hamlin on leave after the birth of his son, Ryan Truex has been called up to replace the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series champion at the race in Mexico City