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Larson passes ROP to move one step closer to Indy 500 shot
The 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion, Kyle Larson, had a successful test in the No. 6 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet. He completed 72 laps with a fastest speed of 217.898 mph. Larson mentioned that the car’s tendency to pull left and the heavier steering were unexpected but overall, he felt it went smoothly. One aspect he highlighted was the slower steering, which would require adjustment at lower speeds and maximizing potential on pit road. Larson expressed gratitude towards McLaren for their preparation and is looking forward to the open test in April. He aims to achieve the Memorial Day weekend “double” by competing in both the Indy 500 and the 600-mile race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Tony Kanaan, the sporting director for Arrow McLaren, praised Larson’s skills as a complete driver and expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work with him. The only issue during the test occurred when Larson appeared stalled after leaving his pit stall, which was due to accidentally turning off the anti-stall system.
Source: motorsport
