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McLaren’s Zak Brown admits he’s interested in the idea of giving his Indy 500 recruit Kyle Larson an F1 test – and has already broached it with Larson.
McLaren’s CEO Zak Brown expressed his desire to see NASCAR champion Kyle Larson test drive a Formula 1 car, in light of Larson’s impressive debut in the Indianapolis 500, qualifying fifth. Brown believes Larson’s talent warrants a shot in F1, as praised by others like Alexander Rossi. Rain may impact Larson’s Indy 500 debut, prompting McLaren and Hendrick Motorsports to plan for contingencies. While Larson’s NASCAR roots are strong, Brown envisions a potential F1 outing as a reward for Larson and a boost for both brands and fans. Permission from Rick Hendrick for such a test is expected, with Jeff Gordon and others supporting Larson’s potential success in F1 given his racing prowess. The main challenge lies in finding time amid Larson’s busy NASCAR schedule, but the opportunity holds allure for both parties.
