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Kyle Larson expressed his desire to return to the Indy 500 next year despite a disappointing 18th place finish this year. McLaren's team boss Gavin Ward and NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick are supportive, but logistical challenges and NASCAR's approval remain key factors. Larson's performance, despite some errors, showcased his talent, and there's optimism for a stronger comeback.
Kyle Larson's dream of racing in both the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 on the same day turned into a disappointment due to weather delays. Despite a strong performance leading up to the Indy 500, Larson felt overwhelmed with guilt for not being able to compete in the Coca-Cola 600. The rain delay at Indy and subsequent weather issues in Charlotte prevented him from completing the "Hendrick 1100." Larson expressed hope for another opportunity in the future, despite the challenges and emotional toll of the day.
In his final column, Robin Miller passionately urges Roger Penske, Rick Hendrick, and Chevrolet to ensure Kyle Larson competes in the 2022 Indianapolis 500, highlighting Larson's exceptional talent and potential to boost the event's popularity.
Chase Elliott won his first NASCAR Xfinity Series race since 2016 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, holding off Brandon Jones and benefiting from a strategic tire change. This victory, his sixth in the series, also provided valuable track experience ahead of the Coca-Cola 600.
William Byron's victory at Martinsville Speedway marked a significant milestone for Hendrick Motorsports, as it coincided with the team's 40th anniversary celebration. The win, which saw Byron leading a 1-2-3 finish for the team, was a testament to the vision and perseverance of team owner Rick Hendrick, who had saved the organization with its first win in 1984. The victory also highlighted the team's remarkable teamwork and resilience, with all four Hendrick cars finishing in the top 10. This achievement adds to the team's rich history of success in NASCAR, further solidifying its position as one of the sport's most dominant forces.
Ross Chastain's aggressive driving style has drawn criticism from some in the NASCAR community, including team owner Rick Hendrick. Justin Marks, owner of Trackhouse Racing, has acknowledged that Chastain "has some things he’s got to clean up" and that the team is taking steps to address the issue. Despite his aggressive style, Chastain currently leads the Cup Series points standings with five stage wins.
William Byron remains at the top of the NBC Sports NASCAR Power Rankings after winning his third race of the season at Darlington Raceway. Meanwhile, Ross Chastain's aggressive driving style has drawn criticism from team owners and fellow drivers, with Rick Hendrick warning Chastain to clean up his act after his actions caused Kyle Larson to wreck for the third time in four races. Hendrick stated that he expects his drivers to hold their ground and not yield to Chastain's aggressive driving.
NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick criticized driver Ross Chastain for his aggressive driving style after another incident with Hendrick Motorsports driver Kyle Larson. Hendrick believes Chastain's actions on the racetrack are making him many enemies and could hinder his chances of winning a championship. Chastain admitted to turning himself in a collision with Larson during the Darlington Raceway, taking them both out of contention. Hendrick warned that if Chastain wrecks his team's cars, he expects his drivers to hold their ground and not yield just because they are driving a Chevrolet.
Ross Chastain's aggressive driving style has drawn the ire of NASCAR legend Rick Hendrick, who said he doesn't care if Chastain is driving a Chevrolet, if he wrecks their cars, he'll get it back. Hendrick added that Chastain's tactics are getting "old" for some drivers and that he's going to make a lot of enemies. Chastain led 93 of the 295 laps of the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway but got into a wreck with Kyle Larson in the final laps, costing them both a chance at a first-place finish. William Byron took and held the lead for the win.
As NASCAR reduces practice and race lengths, more drivers are seeking opportunities to race beyond the Cup series. However, injuries sustained by Cup drivers in other series have raised questions about whether they should be allowed to compete elsewhere. Car owners face the decision of whether to allow their drivers to race, while drivers seek as much track time as possible. Meanwhile, the upcoming Cup race on the streets of Chicago has raised concerns about the event's future, with some aldermen raising issues about the race's impact on residents.
As NASCAR reduces practice and race lengths, more drivers are seeking opportunities to race beyond the Cup series. However, injuries sustained by Cup drivers in other series have raised questions about whether they should be allowed to compete elsewhere. Meanwhile, the upcoming Cup race at Dover presents challenges for drivers, particularly on pit road, which is among the more difficult ones on the circuit. In other news, Pitbull will name his upcoming album Trackhouse in a nod to the NASCAR team, and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. has gained 18 spots in the season standings compared to this time last year.
As NASCAR reduces practice and race lengths, more drivers are seeking opportunities to race beyond the Cup series, leading to potential injuries. Car owners face the decision of whether to allow drivers to race in other series, as seen with Alex Bowman's recent injury in a sprint car race. Meanwhile, Pitbull will name his upcoming album "Trackhouse" in a nod to his race team, and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. has gained 18 spots in the standings compared to this time last year.
The first Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray was sold for $1.1 million at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction, with all proceeds going to the Donors Choose charity. The buyer was NASCAR team owner and car dealer Rick Hendrick, who has been the high bidder at many GM charity auctions. The Corvette E-Ray features an all-wheel-drive hybrid powertrain with a combined 655 horsepower and can accelerate to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds. It also has a stealth mode that allows it to operate in a fully electric mode for short distances. Deliveries of the Corvette E-Ray are scheduled to begin this summer.