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NASCAR Addresses Backlash Over Kyle Larson’s Final-Lap Move at Talladega

Kyle Larson kept his NASCAR Cup Series victory at Talladega Superspeedway after officials reviewed his final-lap move during Sunday’s YellaWood 500. The Hendrick Motorsports driver raced through traffic before beating teammate William Byron by just 0.041 seconds. Larson’s final-lap push…

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 11:13 PM
NASCAR Addresses Backlash Over Kyle Larson’s Final-Lap Move at Talladega
Key Things to Know
  • NASCAR addressed fan backlash regarding a controversial final-lap maneuver by Kyle Larson at Talladega.
  • Larson drives the No. 5 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports in the NASCAR Cup Series.
  • Larson later clinched the 2026 Cup Series championship by securing a fourth-place finish in Stage 1 at Homestead.
The Story in 60 Seconds

NASCAR addressed fan backlash and controversy surrounding a final-lap move by Kyle Larson at Talladega Superspeedway. The Hendrick Motorsports driver faced scrutiny following the race, which took place ahead of his eventual championship-clinching run later in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs.

The broader syndicated coverage notes that Larson went on to secure his third NASCAR Cup Series championship and second consecutive title at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Meanwhile, Ryan Blaney claimed the race victory at Homestead after passing Tyler Reddick in the closing laps.

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