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• Cup Champion Kyle Larson Downplays His Hectic May Racing Schedule Feat. Indy 500
Kyle Larson talks about his jam-packed May schedule and shares his honest thoughts on balancing the month's intense racing demands....2025
• RECAP: Kyle Larson Survives Two NASCAR Xfinity Series Overtimes to Win at Texas
Kyle Larson survives two NASCAR Xfinity Series overtimes to win at Texas Motor Speedway on Saturday in the Andy's Frozen Custard 300. Continue reading → The post RECAP: Kyle Larson Survives Two NASCAR Xfinity Series Overtimes to Win at Texas appeared first on Fan4Racing Blog and Radio....2025
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• Kyle Larson Admits Major Frustration After Botching Final Restart From the Lead
Kyle Larson opens up after losing the Texas Cup race lead on a late restart. See what really happened and why he's still kicking himself....2025
• Ryan Blaney blames his "dumb decisions" for Texas loss

A lot changed in the final 50 laps at Texas Motor Speedway, to the point where each restart became extra critical. Kyle Larson was in control of the race, but lost the lead on a late-race restart when Michael McDowell powered around him from the outside. Larson was never able to get the lead back, fading to fourth in the final running order."You don't want to give up the lead on a mile and a ...Ke...2025
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• Kenny Wallace Silences Kyle Larson Doubters With Candid Response
Kenny Wallace defended Kyle Larson, bluntly urging critics to accept his continuous praise for Larson as he's one of NASCAR’s top talents....2025
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• ‘Not Much Bitter in Me’ — Connor Zilisch Reflects on Losing Texas Spotlight to Kyle Larson Xfinity Win
Connor Zilisch discusses Kyle Larson's Texas Xfinity win while sidelined by injury, sharing his perspective on teamwork and future goals....2025
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• ‘Not Much Bitter in Me’ — Connor Zilisch Reflects on Losing Texas Spotlight to Kyle Larson Xfinity Win
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• 'It Was Almost the Expectation': Connor Zilisch Reflects on Kyle Larson Winning While Substituting for the JRM Regular

No race car driver likes to be replaced due to a lingering injury from a previous event. But if you’re going to have a substitute driver, there’s likely no one better than Kyle Larson....2025
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• Justin Allgaier 'almost got wiped out by the same car' before race-ending crash

Reigning NASCAR Xfinity Series champion Justin Allgaier was hoping to secure his third win of the 2025 season this weekend, but instead, he recored his first DNF of the year.Allgaier led a race-high 99 laps at Texas and appeared to be the only driver who could go head-to-head with Kyle Larson, but their battle never saw its natural end. Both were driving for JR Motorsports and as the duo ...Keep r...2025
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• Kyle Larson Wins NASCAR Xfinity Series Race Subbing for JR Motorsports
The NASCAR Xfinity Series had plenty of hype coming into Texas Motor Speedway. Especially with Connor Zilisch having to miss the race because of a lower back injury....2025
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• Kyle Larson wins Texas NASCAR Xfinity race, filling in for injured Zilisch

Kyle Larson wasn't even supposed to be racing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series this weekend. However, when news broke mid-week about Connor Zilisch being sidelined with a lower back injury (following a wreck at Talladega), Larson was the driver selected to fill the vacant JR Motorsports seat."Yeah, there was a lot of survival throughout that race," said Larson. "Just dodging some wrecks, and the ...Ke...2025
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• Connor Zilisch gives update on back injury ahead of Texas Xfinity Series race

While he won’t be racing this weekend at Texas, Connor Zilisch is still in attendance to cheer on his JR Motorsports team. Zilisch has Kyle Larson replacing him in the NASCAR Xfinity Series race after the 18-year-old suffered a back injury....2025
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• Kyle Larson set to replace JRM’s Connor Zilisch for Texas Xfinity race

Junior Motorsports star Connor Zilisch was all set to race in Xfinity Series round at the Texas Motor Speedway this weekend. However, the 18-year-old prodigy suffered a back injury last weekend at Talladega, ruling him out of the Austin weekend....2025
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• Kyle Larson to replace injured Connor Zilisch (back) for Xfinity race at Texas

Phenom Connor Zilisch will miss the Xfinity Series race at Texas due to a back injury, and will be replaced by one of NASCAR's top drivers....2025
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• Connor Zilisch to miss Texas Xfinity race UPDATE Larson to sub

Connor Zilisch will miss Saturday’s NASCAR Xfinity series race at Texas Motor Speedway due to lower back injuries sustained at Talladega Superspeedway. The Trackhouse racing development driver plans to return to the No. 88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet as soon as possible. —Trackhouse Racing — AND: Kyle Larson will drive the #88 in place of Zilisch […]...2025
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• Connor Zilisch injury update: Kyle Larson to replace JRM No. 88 driver at Texas

Kyle Larson will compete in the NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Texas Motor Speedway on Sunday as he will replace Connor Zilisch. JR Motorsports announced the news on Wednesday afternoon, saying that Larson will take over for Zilisch, who is dealing with an injury....2025
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• Recouping from savage hit, Kyle Larson makes most of California trip
Kyle Larson, who is Japanese American, got in touch with his roots while patronizing a restaurant in his home state....2016
• What offseason? Larson to run select dirt races during NASCAR break
While many NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers will be spending the offseason on vacation and spending time with family, Kyle Larson is planning on hitting the dirt tracks and getting back to his roots. ...2014
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"Kyle Larson to replace injured Connor Zilisch (back) for Xfinity race at Texas"

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"With a track record of success and seal of approval from Kyle Larson, 17-year-old Jade Avedisian looks set to be a future racing star."

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"He talked with Rick Hendrick, Kyle Larson, and even more this week."

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"Bubba Wallace says he had a "great conversation" with Kyle Larson to clear the air ahead of his return to action."

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"Full highlights from Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway where Kyle Larson won his third race in a row."

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"Chip Ganassi Racing has fired star NASCAR driver Kyle Larson after he used N-word during a virtual race, it was announced."

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"NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson is thankfully okay following a scary dirt track racing wreck in New Zealand earlier this week on Christmas Day."

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"Christopher Bell and Kyle Larson are among the NASCAR drivers entered in this week's Chili Bowl Nationals, with sponsorship from iRacing."

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"Kyle Larson, the California Kid, survives crazy finish to win Auto Club 400"

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"Erik Jones wins Saturday's XFINITY Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway, passing Kyle Larson on a sweet late-race move."

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"Non-Chaser Kyle Larson posted the fastest lap of the session, with championship contender Kevin Harvick was second quick."

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", Jeff Gordon, Kyle Larson among Chevrolet drivers in attendance at NASCAR postseason event."

• Meet the only woman racing full-time in NASCAR this season

Toni Breidinger stands next to her No. 5 Raising Cane’s Toyota on Friday, April 18, at Rockingham Speedway before the Craftsman Truck Series race. | Mitchell Northam / SB Nation Toni Breidinger drives the No. 5 Raising Cane’s Toyota full-time in the Craftsman Truck Series. The first Arab-American woman to compete in NASCAR, she’s also a model who will appear in Sports Illustrated’s Swimsui...2025
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• NASCAR Monday Mash-Up: Tired of talking tires

A NASCAR weekend defined by Kyle Larson and tires, Bristol gave us a much different result on-track than it did last year. Without an option tire at short tracks, what is the solution to make the racing product worthwhile?...2025
• Carl Edwards reacts to joining Prime Video broadcast, addresses possible NASCAR return after Kyle Larson offer

Carl Edwards explained why he decided to turn down Kyle Larson‘s offer to pilot the No. 5 Chevrolet during All-Star Race practice at North Wilkesboro Speedway....2025
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• Carl Edwards declines Kyle Larson’s offer to serve as substitute driver during All-Star practice

In January, Kyle Larson publicly offered Carl Edwards the opportunity to pilot the No. 5 Chevrolet during All-Star Race practice at North Wilkesboro Speedway....2025
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• Kevin Harvick offers surprising take on Kyle Larson, Austin Cindric incident at Atlanta

Austin Cindric might have had the best car in Sunday’s Ambetter Health 400 at Atlanta but had nothing to show for it thanks to a late incident with Kyle Larson....2025
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• #NASCAR Race Weekend Recap (Atlanta)

#NASCAR Race Weekend Recap (Atlanta) Winners: Christopher Bell (Cup); Austin Hill (Xfinity); Kyle Busch (Trucks) NASCAR Cup Christopher Bell Holds Off Hocevar & Larson Christopher Bell prevailed in overtime to claim the victory in Sunday’s Ambetter Health 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway – officially leading only the final lap and getting the photo nod in a three-wide run as a caution flag cam...2025
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• Kyle Larson offers NASCAR Hall of Famer Carl Edwards spot as substitute driver during All-Star practice

Last year, Kyle Larson and Hendrick Motorsports had NASCAR legend Kevin Harvick pilot the No. 5 Chevrolet during All-Star Race practice at North Wilkesboro Speedway....2025
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• NASCAR: Kyle Larson deal leaves one Hendrick seat open
There is just one Hendrick Motorsports driver without a contact beyond the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season following Kyle Larson’s new deal. Hendrick Motorsports announced Friday that reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson and primary sponsor HendrickCars.com have signed contract extensions that run through the 2026 season. The 30-year-old Elk Grove, California native had […] NA...2022
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• NASCAR: All eyes are suddenly now on Ross Chastain
Amid the Kyle Larson controversy, all eyes are suddenly now on Ross Chastain in regard to competing in the NASCAR Cup Series for Chip Ganassi Racing. Kurt Busch’s contract with Chip Ganassi Racing expires after the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series season. It was believed that the team would give a good look in the direction […] NASCAR: All eyes are suddenly now on Ross Chastain - Beyond the Flag...2020
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• NASCAR: 3 possible landing spots for Kyle Larson in 2021
Kyle Larson is set to be one of the hottest free agents on the market following the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series season. Where will he end up in 2021? The 2020 NASCAR Cup Series season is Kyle Larson’s seventh season as a full-time driver in the series, and it is his seventh season driving for […] NASCAR: 3 possible landing spots for Kyle Larson in 2021 - Beyond the Flag - Beyond the Flag - ...2020
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• WÜRTH 400 Presented By LIQUI MOLY NASCAR Cup Series Race Fast Facts

WÜRTH 400 Presented By LIQUI MOLY NASCAR Cup Series Race Fast Facts Jimmie Johnson Leads Drivers with Track Wins at Seven; Kyle Busch has The Most Wins of the Active Drivers with Four. Hendrick Motorsports’ Chase Elliott won the April 14, 2024TMS race to snap a 37-race skid without a Victory. WHAT: WÜRTH 400 presented by LIQUI MOLY,11th race of the NASCAR Cup Series season. WHERE: Texas Motor Sp...2025
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• Kyle Larson turns in career-best superspeedway effort with runner-up finish

Historically, superspeedway racing has been none too kind to Kyle Larson. That includes Talladega Superspeedway, where Larson's races usually end with a mangled race car or a disappointing result....2025
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• Win eludes Hendrick despite the team's strongest Talladega in 14 years

For the first time since 2011, Hendrick Motorsports managed to place all four of their cars in the top ten at Talladega Superspeedway. They won that race with Jimmie Johnson, but unfortunately for HMS, the best result they could manage this weekend was only third.In the closing laps, the Hendrick duo of William Byron of Alex Bowman led the outside lane while Kyle Larson was the second car on ...Ke...2025
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• Kyle Larson turns in career-best superspeedway effort with third-place finish

Historically, superspeedway racing has been none too kind to Kyle Larson. That includes Talladega Superspeedway, where Larson's races usually end with a mangled race car or a disappointing result....2025
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• Meet the only woman racing full-time in NASCAR this season
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• Chandler Smith takes strong momentum into Rockingham Truck race

Fresh from a convincing victory at Bristol Motor Speedway—a win that denied runner-up Kyle Larson a sweep of NASCAR‘s three national series—Chandler Smith comes to Rockingham Speedway second in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series standings, with his sights set on the top spot. Smith is the only driver to have finished in the top 10 […]...2025
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• NASCAR Monday Mash-Up: Tired of talking tires
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• Kyle Larson scores dominant NASCAR Xfinity win at Bristol

Pure pace was on display for Hendrick Motorsports’ (HMS) Kyle Larson, as he led 277 of 300 laps on his way to winning the NASCAR Xfinity race at Bristol. This is the 16th win of Larson's Xfinity career and his second at the concrete half-mile."Just another really good car," said Larson. "Thanks to [crew chief] Adam Wall, HMS for what they do and JR Motorsports as well. They're obviously all ...Kee...2025
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• Kyle Larson wins Bristol pole, full Xfinity Series qualifying results

The first two rows are locked up by Chevys, and Kyle Larson in the No. 17 HendrickCars.com Chevy is on the pole. Larson came up short in the NASCAR Truck Series race last night, P2....2025
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• Kyle Larson Breaks Down the Key Difference Between NextGen NASCAR & IndyCar
Hendrick Motorsports speedster Kyle Larson points out the difference between NASCAR's Next-Gen race car and IndyCar's open-wheel machine....2025
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• Kyle Larson spotted at WWE WrestleMania 41 during NASCAR off-week

WWE’s WrestleMania 41 has brought out all the stars. Including NASCAR sensation Kyle Larson. Larson was spotted attending the event, caught by cameras with his family as he looked on....2025
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• Chandler Smith takes strong momentum into Rockingham Truck race
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• ‘Be Around Him a Lot’ – Kyle Larson Gets Candid on His Personal Relationship With NASCAR Mentor Jon Edwards
Kyle Larson opened up about his feelings following the death of his close confidante Jon Edwards and recalled some heartfelt moments....2025
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• NASCAR / ARCA Race Weekend Recap (Darlington / Tucson Speedway)

NASCAR / ARCA Race Weekend Recap (Darlington / Tucson Speedway) Winners: Denny Hamlin (Cup); Brandon-Jones (Xfinity); plus Tanner Reif (ARCA West) Recap Graphic by Rolando Ramirez - RTR GraphicsNASCAR Cup Denny Hamlin Steals Darlington Victory on Throwback Weekend A perfectly executed overtime restart by Denny Hamlin following a clutch final pit stop by his Joe Gibbs Racing crew...2025
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• Kyle Larson breaks down his near sweep at Homestead with Kevin Harvick! | VICTORY LAP

After an incredible weekend at Homestead-Miami, Kyle Larson sits down with Kevin Harvick to break down his dominant performance. Larson kicked things off with a Truck Series win on Friday, came close to victory in the Xfinity race on Saturday, and then sealed the deal with a Cup Series win on Sunday. He shares insights on his grueling triple-duty weekend, what makes him so strong at Homestead, and...2025
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• Watch: Kyle Larson makes crucial mistake, spins out late in NASCAR Truck Series race at Homestead

As good as Kyle Larson is at Homestead-Miami Speedway, he has a tendency to make big mistakes in crucial moments at the 1.5-mile facility....2025
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• Kyle Larson spins, completes full 360 after contact with Layne Riggs at Homestead-Miami

These two drivers gave us many exciting moments and this one might top them all. Kyle Larson got into Layne Riggs and spun. Larson was able to get himself corrected and kept driving, but the caution came out and the NASCAR champion fell back with flat tires....2025
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• Kyle Larson - #NASCAR Daddy Day Care

Kyle Larson - #NASCAR Daddy Day Care Wendy Venturini compliments Kyle Larson on his at track (Las Vegas Motor Speedway) childcare willingness and abilities. #NASCARClint and Lorra Bowyer have two children - son, Cash and daughter, Presley Elizabeth. Daddy day care 😂@KyleLarsonRacin doing a great job watching @ClintBowyer @LorraBowyer kids on the pre-race stage. @LVMotorSpeedway @PRNl...2025
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• Christopher Bell Wins his Third Straight NASCAR Cup Series 2025 Race at Phoenix
AVONDALE, Ariz. — Christopher Bell prevailed in a dramatic side-by-side finish with his Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Denny Hamlin — the second-closest finish in Phoenix Raceway history — to earn Bell his third consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory this season, a record in the sport’s Next Gen Car era. Bell’s No. 20 JGR Toyota went high alongside Hamlin’s No. 11 Toyota as the two cars dueled it out in...2025
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• Larson fired for using racial slur in virtual race
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• Practice 2 results: Kevin Harvick fastest championship contender
While he was not fastest overall, Kevin Harvick was the best championship contender in Saturday morning's Sprint Cup Series practice at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Robert LabergeThe weekend's second NASCAR Sprint Cup Series practice session at Homestead-Miami Speedway was plagued by rain, however the cars were able to get on the 1.5-mile track. Non-Chaser Kyle Larson posted the fastest lap of the ...2015
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• NASCAR Cup Series at Kansas | HIGHLIGHTS

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• NASCAR Cup Series at Texas | HIGHLIGHTS

Kyle Larson holds off William Byron in OT to win at Texas and lock himself into the Championship 4. Full highlights from Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Texas Motor Speedway....2021
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• NASCAR driver Larson uses slur in virtual race
Kyle Larson used a racial slur on a live stream during a virtual race Sunday and NASCAR says it is gathering more information....2020
• Larson bringing back iconic Mello Yello paint scheme for Darlington
Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates announced they're bringing back one of the most popular and iconic paint schemes of the early 1990s, as sophomore driver Kyle Larson will pilot the No. 42 Mello Yello Chevrolet at Darlington Raceway....2015
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• Chip Ganassi Racing had no choice but to move on from Kyle Larson and look to the future
Credit One Bank and McDonald's cut ties with Kyle Larson on Monday, and Chip Ganassi Racing followed suit....2020
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• Suspended NASCAR driver Kyle Larson will make his return to racing in World of Outlaws
Because he used the N-word during an iRacing event last month, Larson remains suspended by NASCAR, but he will continue dirt racing with the sprint car team he owns....2020

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• Daily Fantasy NASCAR DraftKings Forecast: 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race at Phoenix
It all comes down to this. Four NASCAR Cup Series drivers will race for the 2021 championship at Phoenix Raceway on Sunday, Nov. 7. Let’s get your daily fantasy NASCAR DraftKings lineups set for the final time in 2021. Kyle Larson, Martin Truex Jr., Chase Elliott and Denny Hamlin are the playoff drivers eligible to ... Read more...2021
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• Cup Champion Kyle Larson Downplays His Hectic May Racing Schedule Feat. Indy 500
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• Kyle Larson Admits Major Frustration After Botching Final Restart From the Lead
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• Ryan Blaney blames his "dumb decisions" for Texas loss
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• ‘Upset Us a Lot’ — Kyle Larson Admits Cup Drivers Face Bigger Challenge at Texas
Kyle Larson kicked off his Texas weekend by bagging a win at the Xfinity Series race. But despite that, he's not so eager for the Cup Series competition....2025
• 'It Was Almost the Expectation': Connor Zilisch Reflects on Kyle Larson Winning While Substituting for the JRM Regular
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• NASCAR Superstar Kyle Larson Turns Down Indy 500 Pole Chance to Chase $1 Million
Kyle Larson to prioritize running in the NASCAR All-Star race for a chance to win a million dollars over potentially achieving Indy 500 pole position....2025
• Justin Allgaier 'almost got wiped out by the same car' before race-ending crash
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• Kyle Larson set to skip 2025 Indy 500 qualifying over $1 million NASCAR commitment
Kyle Larson is all set to make a second attempt at the Indy 500 this year. The HMS star will be continuing his NASCAR schedule while also competing at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway....2025
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• Kyle Larson Wins NASCAR Xfinity Series Race Subbing for JR Motorsports
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• Xfinity Breakdown: Kyle Larson Tames Texas, Justin Allgaier Foiled Once Again

On a rain-washed weekend in Texas, the Xfinity Series race was defined by a couple standard tropes once again: Misfortune did not allow Justin Allgaier ... Continue Reading...2025
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• Jeff Gordon sparks speculation over Kyle Larson replacement for Indy 500, Coca-Cola double attempt

Kyle Larson will compete in this year’s Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day, and Jeff Gordon fueled some speculation on who could take Larson’s place in some practice sessions....2025
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• Amazon documentary to follow Kyle Larson in his attempt to complete 'The Double'

Kyle Larson hopes to become just the fifth driver to ever complete 'The Double' -- a coveted achievement where a driver runs both the Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR's longest race [the Coca-Cola 600] on the very same day.Robby Gordon, Tony Stewart, John Andretti, and Kurt Busch have all successfully done it before. Larson was set to join this elite group last year, but shockingly failed in his ...Kee...2025
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• Martin Truex Jr the favorite to win the Federated Auto Parts 400

Sportsbooks pulled a major shocker this week. The favorite isn‘t Case Elliott, it‘s not Kyle Larson, nor Ryan Blaney, and not even Ross Chastain. Instead, in a shocking move the favorite is Martin Truex Jr. Truex is given +600 odds, or an implied 14.3% chance to win the race. His biggest competition is expected to […]...2022
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• Larson Redemption Journey Ends With Title
By Jim Pedley | Managing Editor RacinToday.com Kyle Larson’s 2020 season ended in shame. His 2021 season ended in tears, glory, tears, the satisfaction ......2021
• NASCAR: How Kyle Larson’s situation compares to another major scandal
A NASCAR driver near the top of his field has to set his career back because of an unforgivable scandal. Where have we heard this before? But, unlike history, the most recent case could be much worse and last a lot longer. The situation surrounding Kyle Larson is one that NASCAR hasn’t seen before in […] NASCAR: How Kyle Larson’s situation compares to another major scandal - Beyo...2020
• It will be shocking if Larson doesn't win, contend for title in '15
Larry McReynolds says he "will be totally blown away" if Kyle Larson, who is the 2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup Rookie of the Year, doesn't follow that up with race wins and a Chase appearance in 2015. "The sky is the limit for this young man," Larry Mac adds....2014
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