P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Larson beats Elliott to Richmond Cup pole for all-Hendrick front row
Kyle Larson set the pace by securing the pole position with an average lap speed of 120.332 mph during Saturday’s qualifying session. Despite a strong effort from Chase Elliott, Larson claimed the front row alongside him for the upcoming race. Larson expressed his satisfaction with the No. 1 pit stall advantage and the favorable conditions during his qualifying run. Ross Chastain, Alex Bowman, and Bubba Wallace rounded out the top five starting positions for the race. Notable drivers such as Denny Hamlin, William Byron, and Kyle Busch failed to advance to the final round of qualifying. Joey Logano, Ty Gibbs, and Larson were among the drivers who excelled in their respective qualifying groups. The stage is set for an exciting race day following the intense qualifying rounds.
