Kyle Larson’s Top 5 Most Memorable NASCAR Moments ft. record-breaking Championship Comeback

Kyle Larson, the talented driver of the No. 5 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports, has made a significant impact on NASCAR. In his 12-year career, Larson has amassed 27 Cup Series wins and 175 top-ten finishes. Additionally, he has triumphed in several prestigious crown jewel events.

With each passing season, Larson continues to build upon his impressive skill set and experience, solidifying his legacy as a NASCAR legend.

Here are 5 Most Memorable NASCAR moments for Kyle Larson

#5 Drydene 400 at Dover International Speedway (2019)

Kyle Larson was piloting the #42 Chevy for Chip Ganassi Racing in the 2019 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. Having qualified for the playoffs, Larson was poised to compete in the opening round of 12 race. After securing a P2 start, Larson navigated his way through the grid and drove down victory lane at Dover International Speedway.

The win at over earned Kyle Larson and Chip Ganassi Racing a place in the round of 8 for the first time in history.

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#4 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway (2024)

NASCAR returned to the historic Indianapolis Oval after three years of racing at the road course. The last time Larson raced at the IMS Oval was in 2019, where he managed to secure a P33 finish despite being fastest in practice. Eager to conquer the Brickyard 400, Larson aimed to capture victory in this prestigious race.

Every driver dreams of kissing the bricks at the iconic oval and Larson made that dream a reality this year after a thrilling battle for the lead through two overtime restarts.

#3 All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway (2023)

Kyle Larson dominated the 2023 All-Star race at NWS, clinching the cash prize of $1 million.

The 32-year-old entered the All-Star Race fresh off a dominant Craftsman Truck Series victory earlier in the week, making it his third All-Star win at a different track. Starting 13th, Larson made an early pit stop under caution on lap 17, but a penalty sent him to the back of the field. Undeterred, he skillfully charged through the field over the next 35 laps to take the lead.

He dominated the race, leading for 145 laps, and ultimately drove down victory lane, showcasing one of the most impressive performances of his career.

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#2 Attempting the Double (2024)

For recent NASCAR enthusiasts, the double means racing in the Indianapolis 500 in the day, and then racing in the Cup Series Coca-Cola 600 at night, which is the longest race on the calendar.

The American aimed to join Tony Stewart in completing the grueling 1100-mile double. However, rain delayed the Indy 500's start by four hours. Despite the delay, Larson's team persisted, but a mistake dropped him to 18th place.

He then embarked on a whirlwind journey involving two helicopter rides and a flight to Concord, arriving midway through the Coca-Cola 600. Unfortunately, rain forced a red flag, ending the race and dashing Larson's hopes of completing the double.

#1 A dominating Return (2021 Championship Run)

Kyle Larson's use of a racial slur led to his ban from NASCAR racing for the 2020 season.

In 2021, Larson returned to the Cup Series as a driver for Hendrick Motorsports. Throughout the season, Larson maintained sheer dominance over his competitors as he secured a staggering 10 race wins, 20 top-five finishes, and 26 top-ten finishes.

Of his 10 race victories that season, Larson dominated the playoffs, winning four of the final five races, and ultimately securing the 2021 Cup Series Championship. Remarkably, he narrowly missed breaking the record for most laps led in a season, falling short by just 29 laps. Larson beat Martin Truex Jr. by a razor-thin margin of .398 seconds in the last playoff race at Phoenix Raceway and clinched his first Cup Series title.