Kyle Larson wins NASCAR Cup Series at Talladega

Victory Lap

Kyle Larson secured his first NASCAR Cup Series win at Talladega Superspeedway, finishing in the lead after a dramatic last-lap scramble. The race took place on October 25, 2026.

Starting from 11th position, Larson managed to navigate through a series of bumps and drafting pushes from teammate William Byron to take the checkered flag, narrowly beating Hendrick Motorsports teammate Byron by a few feet.

Strategic Moves

Larson's victory came after a challenging race, where he lost 10 spots in the first two turns due to pressure from Austin Hill's No. 33 Chevy. He credited the drafting help from Byron and other Chevrolet drivers for keeping him near the front.

The final three-wide finish saw Larson take the lead by a few feet over Byron, with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. finishing in third place, 0.066 seconds behind Byron.

Championship Implications

With this win, Larson expanded his points lead in the Chase standings, moving 73 points ahead of Denny Hamlin with two races remaining. His victory could potentially secure his third championship with a win at Martinsville Speedway.