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The NASCAR Cup champion is once again attempting the Double with the Indy 500 and Coke 600 on the same day, as he also talked F1.
Kyle Larson, the NASCAR Cup champion, has expressed his eagerness to test an F1 car if given the chance, despite his limited experience with F1 machinery.
In addition to his interest in F1, Larson stirred controversy in 2024 by claiming he was a better driver than F1 champion Max Verstappen, showcasing his confidence and ambition in the racing world.
Known for attempting the challenging ‘Double Duty,’ Larson will compete in the Indianapolis 500 before racing in NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 600 on the same day, showcasing his versatility as a driver.
While Larson has not yet been asked to drive in F1, he acknowledges the differences in racing styles between American ovals and F1 circuits, but remains open to the opportunity due to his positive experience in Abu Dhabi.
Despite preliminary discussions with McLaren CEO Zak Brown about a potential F1 drive, no concrete plans for a test or race have been arranged for Larson at this time.
For Larson to compete in F1, he would need to leave NASCAR and meet specific super-licence requirements, demonstrating the challenges he would face in transitioning to the elite world of Formula 1 racing.
