NASCAR star Kyle Larson is embracing his Indianapolis 500 debut, right down to milking a cow
7 months, 2 weeks ago

NASCAR star Kyle Larson is embracing his Indianapolis 500 debut, right down to milking a cow

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Kyle Larson has been adamant about soaking up the entire Indianapolis 500 experience as the NASCAR superstar prepares to make his debut in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” on Memorial Day weekend. 17 Arrow McLaren asked: “Do we get to glove up?” So on a hot, sunny Tuesday at the speedway, there was Larson — just as he had promised — standing alongside a black-and-white Holstein that was quietly munching away. “I’ve never really been around a cow.” Just about everything Larson does with a wheel in his hands seems natural to him, but a cow’s udder? “The pressure of being in the race and starting in a great starting spot, and knowing we have the Coca-Cola 600 to run — it’s going to be pressure all day,” NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick said.

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Larson and Hendrick Motorsports in discussion on a 2025 return to Indianapolis 500
4 months ago

Larson and Hendrick Motorsports in discussion on a 2025 return to Indianapolis 500

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Make no mistake: Kyle Larson wants to run the Indianapolis 500 again next year. The deal he and Hendrick Motorsports signed with Arrow McLaren Racing was always a two-year deal, but 2025 was an option year that Larson said Wednesday is still being ironed out. That created a commotion in NASCAR, with many members of senior leadership …

Kyle Larson races to his 1st Brickyard 400 victory, making a late charge through the field
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kyle Larson races to his 1st Brickyard 400 victory, making a late charge through the field

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Kyle Larson left Indianapolis in May in the middle of one of the most agonizing days of his racing career. In his return Sunday, Larson finished one of the most memorable races of his career with one of sports’ more revered celebrations — kissing the bricks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. “I don’t know what was driving him today …

Kyle Larson makes another trip to Indianapolis as Brickyard 400 returns to speedway’s oval
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Kyle Larson makes another trip to Indianapolis as Brickyard 400 returns to speedway’s oval

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Kyle Larson spent May trying to become the second driver to complete 1,100 miles of racing in a single day. The world’s most versatile driver finished 39th in Chicago and 13th at Pocono, leaving him second in the Cup standings — three points behind Hendrick Motorsports teammate Chase Elliott, the 2020 NASCAR champ. While some believe Larson’s experience …

Josef Newgarden dreams of trying the grueling double of the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600
6 months, 1 week ago

Josef Newgarden dreams of trying the grueling double of the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600

Associated Press  

LEBANON, Tenn. — Back-to-back Indianapolis 500 champion Josef Newgarden has a driving dream he still harbors, even knowing that challenges with schedules and sponsors make it likely impossible to ever achieve. I don’t know what the number is, but we’ll just keep going until they say yes.” Newgarden on Sunday finally got to watch his first NASCAR Cup Series race …

Kyle Larson celebrates NASCAR playoff waiver with another win and the Cup Series points lead
7 months ago

Kyle Larson celebrates NASCAR playoff waiver with another win and the Cup Series points lead

Associated Press  

SONOMA, Calif. — The Indianapolis 500 is over and the worried wait to see if Kyle Larson’s participation in that event would cost him a shot at winning a NASCAR championship has been resolved. “I didn’t see it affecting the majority of the team,” said Gordon, who added Larson and crew chief Cliff Daniels allowed the Hendrick executives to handle …

Kyle Larson wins NASCAR Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway
7 months ago

Kyle Larson wins NASCAR Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway

New York Times  

SONOMA, Calif. — At this time last week, Kyle Larson had no idea whether he’d be eligible for NASCAR’s championship playoffs this fall. Larson blew past both controversy and the entire Cup field Sunday at Sonoma Raceway, using fresher tires to win at his home track for the second time. 🍷 pic.twitter.com/Osju9DhghD — NASCAR June 9, 2024 It was also …

Larson relieved to be granted waiver that keeps him in NASCAR playoffs
7 months ago

Larson relieved to be granted waiver that keeps him in NASCAR playoffs

Associated Press  

Kyle Larson was finally granted the waiver this week he needed from NASCAR to remain eligible to race for a second Cup championship. “Thankfully nobody has to deal with the drama going forward.” Larson last month became the fifth driver in history to attempt to run both the Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 600 on the same day. But Hendrick …

NASCAR grants Larson a waiver to compete in playoffs after missing Coca-Cola 600 for Indy 500
7 months ago

NASCAR grants Larson a waiver to compete in playoffs after missing Coca-Cola 600 for Indy 500

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — NASCAR on Tuesday granted Kyle Larson the waiver he needs to remain eligible to compete in this year’s playoffs despite missing the Coca-Cola 600 because he instead ran the Indianapolis 500. Larson, who has two wins this season that make him automatically eligible for the playoffs, had his Cup Series standings altered after Sunday’s race outside St. …

Kyle Larson’s bid to run The Double ends in disappointment after bad weather intervenes
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Kyle Larson’s bid to run The Double ends in disappointment after bad weather intervenes

Associated Press  

CONCORD, N.C. — Kyle Larson spent a year preparing to run the double. “What I thought could be one of the best days of my life quickly turned into one of the most disappointing ones I’ve ever experienced,” Larson said on social media Monday, roughly 12 hours after storms in Charlotte prevented him from climbing into his No. When rain …

Kyle Larson’s Indy 500/NASCAR ‘Double’ dreams washed away in rainy Sunday
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Kyle Larson’s Indy 500/NASCAR ‘Double’ dreams washed away in rainy Sunday

New York Times  

CONCORD, N.C. — One of the very best race car drivers on the planet was displeased. And apparently, she’s not a fan of Larson because inclement weather ruined his chance to do the “Double” — competing in both the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day. “It just sucks.” Ever since announcing 16 months ago that Larson would …

Drivers who try the Indy 500-NASCAR 600 double have had mixed results. Kyle Larson is next
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Drivers who try the Indy 500-NASCAR 600 double have had mixed results. Kyle Larson is next

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Only four drivers have attempted one of the most grueling days in motorsports: the 1,100-mile Memorial Day weekend double. A look at the previous efforts: John Andretti Total double attempts: One At Indianapolis: Started 10th, finished 10th At Charlotte: Started ninth, finished 36th Total laps completed: 416 The skinny: The nephew of racing great Mario Andretti and cousin …

Analysis: Larson enters conversation with Verstappen as best drivers in the world
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Analysis: Larson enters conversation with Verstappen as best drivers in the world

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Ask almost any hardcore motorsports fan who the best driver in the world is right now and the answer is probably going to be Formula 1’s three-time reigning champion. “I would say they’re on the same level,” Rossi replied, “which is like, yeah, that’s a pretty big deal.” Larson qualified fifth on Sunday for his first Indianapolis 500, …

NASCAR star Kyle Larson finishes 18th in Indy 500 debut, doesn’t get to run at Coca-Cola 600
7 months, 3 weeks ago

NASCAR star Kyle Larson finishes 18th in Indy 500 debut, doesn’t get to run at Coca-Cola 600

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Rain was not Kyle Larson’s friend Sunday. Larson was determined to complete the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600, but didn’t get a chance to run a single lap in the NASCAR race. With rain in the forecast all week, the big question entering Sunday was whether NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick would pull the plug on the …

Kyle Larson’s Indianapolis 500 qualifying attempt could derail NASCAR All-Star plans
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Kyle Larson’s Indianapolis 500 qualifying attempt could derail NASCAR All-Star plans

Associated Press  

— Kyle Larson ran into his first speed bump in his busy May. Larson next month will become the fifth driver in history to attempt to complete “ The Double ” and run 1,100 miles in one day, starting with the Indianapolis 500 in an Indy car and then flying to Charlotte to drive in the Coca-Cola 600, NASCAR’s longest …

Kyle Larson hoping to get the jump on weather and rivals in the Daytona 500
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Kyle Larson hoping to get the jump on weather and rivals in the Daytona 500

LA Times  

Kyle Larson hopes to break his 0-10 streak at the Daytona 500. “The Indy 500 is the biggest race in the world and you want to compete in the big ones,” Larson said. “I’ve always wanted to do the double because it’s a cool thing to try and accomplish, to finish both races in two different types of cars, two …

Kyle Larson and Hendrick crew arrive for Indianapolis 500 immersion
1 year, 7 months ago

Kyle Larson and Hendrick crew arrive for Indianapolis 500 immersion

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Jeff Gordon remembers standing along the fence of pit lane at Indianapolis Motor Speedway as a child, hoping that his hero Rick Mears would walk past and give the aspiring young driver an autograph. “Kyle has always made it known that he wanted it to be possible to get behind the wheel of an Indy car and do …

Kyle Larson to try Indy 500-Coca-Cola 600 double in 2024
1 year, 11 months ago

Kyle Larson to try Indy 500-Coca-Cola 600 double in 2024

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kyle Larson will attempt to race the Indianapolis 500 next year with McLaren Racing in a joint effort with NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick. His entry with McLaren will be co-owned by Hendrick and “Competing at the Indianapolis 500 is a dream of mine and something I’ve wanted to do for a very long time — since …

NASCAR champion Larson among many conflicted by F1 finish
3 years ago

NASCAR champion Larson among many conflicted by F1 finish

Associated Press  

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — NASCAR champion Kyle Larson’s first Formula One race was the season finale and he is as conflicted as anyone over the controversial ending of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. “The race fan in me was like ‘Man, I wish there would be a caution and this thing can get exciting in the end and …

'It sounds like they bent the rules a little bit to get a green finish': NASCAR champion Kyle Larson among many conflicted by F1 finish
3 years ago

'It sounds like they bent the rules a little bit to get a green finish': NASCAR champion Kyle Larson among many conflicted by F1 finish

Firstpost  

Mercedes filed two protests on behalf of Hamilton after the finish, which were both dismissed. Mercedes has now taken the case to the International Court of Appeal Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: NASCAR champion Kyle Larson’s first Formula One race was the season finale and he is as conflicted as anyone over the controversial ending of the Abu Dhabi Grand …

Larson to highlight charitable causes in return to iRacing
3 years, 9 months ago

Larson to highlight charitable causes in return to iRacing

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Think of iRacing and Kyle Larson and the first thing that comes to mind is his use of a racial slur while participating in a late-night session nearly a year ago. The car he’ll use will be “ Larson’s “Drive for 5 Campaign” was launched this month to benefit children, families and communities in need of support. …

Kyle Larson celebrates return with 1st win since suspension
3 years, 10 months ago

Kyle Larson celebrates return with 1st win since suspension

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Kyle Larson wasn’t sure he’d ever race again in NASCAR, and if he could, he didn’t know who would even hire him. “I didn’t know if I’d ever have an opportunity to win a NASCAR race again,” said Larson, who again thanked Hendrick for taking “a massive chance on me.” Hendrick was both thrilled and surprised by …

NASCAR's Kyle Larson wins first race since his nine-month ban for uttering a racial slur on live TV
3 years, 10 months ago

NASCAR's Kyle Larson wins first race since his nine-month ban for uttering a racial slur on live TV

Daily Mail  

Nearly 11 months after being suspended and fired for saying a racial slur on live television, NASCAR driver Kyle Larson won Sunday's Pennzoil 400 in Las Vegas, and was quickly congratulated by the circuit's only black driver, Bubba Wallace. Nearly 11 months after being suspended and fired for saying a racial slur on live television, NASCAR driver Kyle Larson won …

Hendrick signs 2 sponsors for Kyle Larson’s return to NASCAR
3 years, 11 months ago

Hendrick signs 2 sponsors for Kyle Larson’s return to NASCAR

Associated Press  

Hendrick Motorsports signed its first two sponsors for Kyle Larson, a promising sign as the driver attempts to rebuild his image after his use of a racial slur derailed his promising career. Cincinnati Inc., a machine tool maker, and heavy-duty truck manufacturer Freightliner will be the primary sponsors of Larson’s new No. The driver was expected to be NASCAR’s top …

Kyle Larson reinstated by NASCAR after racial slur - motorsport news
4 years, 2 months ago

Kyle Larson reinstated by NASCAR after racial slur - motorsport news

The Hindu  

Kyle Larson, who was suspended by NASCAR and fired by his team Chip Ganassi Racing for using a racial slur during a live streamed iRacing esports event in April, has been reinstated, NASCAR said on Monday. "Kyle Larson has fulfilled the requirements set by NASCAR, and has taken several voluntary measures, to better educate himself so that he can use …

Kyle Larson reinstated to compete in NASCAR in 2021
4 years, 2 months ago

Kyle Larson reinstated to compete in NASCAR in 2021

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kyle Larson can return to NASCAR competition next season following a long suspension for using a racial slur while playing a video game. Larson has spent significant time with retired soccer star Tony Sanneh, whose foundation works on youth development and empowerment in the Minneapolis area. Larson also met with former Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee and visited her …

Kyle Larson reinstated to compete in NASCAR in 2021
4 years, 2 months ago

Kyle Larson reinstated to compete in NASCAR in 2021

Daily Mail  

Suspended NASCAR driver Kyle Larson has been reinstated by the stock car circuit six months after he was heard using the n-word during a live broadcast. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO Suspended NASCAR driver Kyle Larson has been reinstated by the stock car circuit six months after he was heard using the n-word during a live broadcast The 27-year-old Larson was …

NASCAR’s Kyle Larson to AP on slur: ‘I was just ignorant’
4 years, 4 months ago

NASCAR’s Kyle Larson to AP on slur: ‘I was just ignorant’

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — What do you do when the entire world believes you are a racist? There’s probably a lot of real-life experiences I didn’t get to have and I was just ignorant to how hurtful that word is.” Larson sat down with the AP at an Indianapolis hotel Wednesday for his first interview since he was fired April 15 by …

Kyle Larson returns to racing in World of Outlaws event
4 years, 8 months ago

Kyle Larson returns to racing in World of Outlaws event

Associated Press  

The resurrection of Kyle Larson’s career began with a 25-hour drive from California to Iowa for a $15,000-to-win World of Outlaws race. Back to his beginnings — and arguably the type of racing he’s always favored — Larson was one of 24 drivers to advance to the main event. Larson’s last Outlaws race was in February, but he started 2020 …

NASCAR’s Larson fired after sponsors walk over N-word slur
4 years, 8 months ago

NASCAR’s Larson fired after sponsors walk over N-word slur

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As sponsor after sponsor dropped Kyle Larson after he used a racial slur during a live-streamed virtual race, his NASCAR team owner was backed into a corner. He was suspended without pay by Ganassi Monday, then suspended indefinitely by NASCAR and Larson, who is half Japanese, was ordered to complete sensitivity training, but primary sponsors McDonald’s and …

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