Kyle Larson might not know all the technical details about racing, but his skills behind the wheel make up for it. In the recent Cup race at Sonoma Raceway, his crew chief, Cliff Daniels, made a strategic decision. He had Larson stay on the track longer than others before making his final pit stop. The idea was that Larson would build a big lead and then have fresher tires when he needed to pass others.
The plan worked perfectly. Larson pitted later than others, rejoined the race in eighth place, and then took the lead with eight laps to go. He eventually won the race. Afterward, Larson admitted he didn’t fully understand the strategy, saying it was like doing homework.
But Jeff Gordon, a racing legend, praised Larson’s performance. He said Larson didn’t need to understand every detail because he drives so well. Gordon explained that Larson is excellent at making up positions during restarts and maintaining speed even on older tires.
Gordon emphasized that Larson’s talent lies in getting the most out of his car, regardless of the situation. Larson doesn’t need to know all the technical aspects; he just needs to communicate well with his team. By giving feedback about how his car is handling, Larson helps his team make the right adjustments.
For Larson, it’s about doing what’s needed to win. He doesn’t worry about the technical details as long as he can drive fast and compete with others on the track. With his skills, Larson lets his performance speak for itself.
