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Kyle Larson Secures 30th NASCAR Cup Win at Homestead-Miami

Larson overcame challenges to claim his first victory of the 2025 season, solidifying Hendrick Motorsports' strong start while narrowly missing a triple-header sweep.

Kyle Larson, driver of the #5 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet, celebrates after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Straight Talk Wireless 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway on March 23, 2025 in Homestead, Florida.
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Overview

  • Kyle Larson passed teammate Alex Bowman with seven laps remaining to win the NASCAR Cup Series race at Homestead-Miami Speedway, marking his 30th career victory.
  • This win is Larson's first of the 2025 season and further cements Hendrick Motorsports' dominance, with its drivers holding four of the top six positions in the standings.
  • Despite winning the Truck Series race and leading most of the Xfinity Series race, Larson finished fourth in the latter, falling short of a historic triple-header sweep.
  • Ryan Blaney led 124 laps and won Stage 1 but suffered an engine failure on Lap 207, continuing his streak of misfortune this season.
  • Larson's driving style, particularly his skill at running close to the wall, played a pivotal role in his victory, earning praise from competitors like Denny Hamlin.