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NASCAR Cup Series driver Denny Hamlin once set the stage on fire with his moves, as he taught his fellow drivers how to do the Dougie, earning appreciation from four-time Cup champion Jeff Gordon.
The now-defunct NASCAR After the Lap event was a wild and wacky gathering held in Las Vegas during Champions Week. It created memorable moments for fans, as NASCAR stars would unwind with their peers in the post-season celebrations.
Back in 2012, Joe Gibbs Racing driver Denny Hamlin wasn't shy about showing off his moves. During the pre-race driver introductions at Bristol Motor Speedway, he danced to Teach Me How To Dougie by Cali Swag District. Later that year, he was asked to repeat his special moves during the After the Lap show.
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The 43-year-old was initially hesitant to get on the dance floor and challenged 2012 Cup champion Brad Keselowski to shotgun two beers before his dance. However, after learning that fans had donated $2,500 to the Denny Hamlin Foundation, he got off his chair and showed off his Dougie.
Watch the #11 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota driver earn a high-five from Jeff Gordon after showing off his dance moves.
When the NASCAR After the Lap show first started in 2009, it was hosted at the Hollywood Theatre at MGM Grand Hotel/Casino. The premier event of the Champions Week celebrations, which was last held in 2017, created memorable moments for drivers and fans alike.
Some iconic moments from the event include the then four-time champion Jimmie Johnson with the showgirls in the inaugural edition, Carl Edwards gifting a free car to a fan in 2010, and Tony Stewart doing pushups in 2012.
Throwback to Denny Hamlin's hilarious reaction to Jeff Gordon's break-dance
One year before Denny Hamlin's Dougie became famous, Jeff Gordon's breakdance ruled the hearts of NASCAR fans. Gordon showcased his dance moves during the 2011 edition of the After the Lap show.
On the show, Hendrick Motorsports driver Jimmie Johnson revealed that his teammate, Gordon, had a hidden talent for breakdancing.. The #24 HMS Chevy driver shared that he started break-dancing in middle school, emulating the cool kids at his school. He also mentioned that he used to sneak into the bathroom to practice his moves, as dancing was not allowed in the hallways.
The 52-year-old Gordon was initially apprehensive about demonstrating his breakdancing abilities, but he eventually gave in to the crowd's encouragement.
The NASCAR drivers on stage had mixed reactions, with Hamlin requesting Gordon, not to bring his moves to his nightclub in Charlotte.
"Don't ever bring that shit into my club," Hamlin said. (via Jeff Gluck for SBNation)
Jeff Gordon retired from full-time competition after the 2015 season and was honored during the Champion's Week celebrations.
