Overview
- Kyle Larson's attempt to achieve a historic triple sweep ended with a second-place finish to Chandler Smith in the Truck Series race at Bristol.
- The loss marks Larson's second failed sweep attempt this season, following a narrow Xfinity loss at Homestead-Miami Speedway earlier this year.
- Recent challenges, including a crash and confusion over NASCAR's updated rules at Darlington, have tested Larson and his Hendrick Motorsports team.
- Larson is now preparing for the Memorial Day Weekend ‘Double,’ aiming to compete in both the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day.
- The passing of Hendrick Motorsports’ Jon Edwards has added an emotional weight to Larson’s season, as he continues to pursue racing milestones.