Hendrick Motorsports struggles continue as Kyle Larson remains winless
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 2:26 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Hendrick Motorsports is facing a challenging season in NASCAR, with reigning champion Kyle Larson yet to secure a victory. Chase Elliott is the highest-placed Hendrick driver, currently seventh in the Cup Series standings. With three races remaining before the playoffs, Kyle Petty commented on the team's difficulties, indicating there is no simple solution to their issues. The team is under pressure as they aim to turn their season around before the Chase begins.
- •Hendrick Motorsports has had a difficult year in NASCAR.
- •Kyle Larson has not won a race this season.
- •Chase Elliott is currently seventh in the standings.
- •There are three races left before the start of the Chase.
- •Kyle Petty comments on the team's struggles and lack of quick fixes.
- 2:26 PMMotorsport.com — Kyle Petty on Hendrick Motorsports' struggles: ‘There’s no magic bullet’
"There's really no way to sugarcoat it: Hendrick Motorsports is having a rough year. Reigning champion Kyle Larson has yet to win a race this season. Chase Elliott sits in seventh place but is the highest driver Hendrick has in the Cup Series standings with three races left before the start of the Chase. It's been a confounding year, and as Kyle Petty explained, it's probably just as ...Keep reading
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