Kyle Larson claims victory at the Capitani Classic in Knoxville
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:51 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
MotorsportsKyle Larson secured a win at the 14th Avanti Windows and Doors Capitani Classic at Knoxville Raceway on August 10, 2026. The race featured a record 87 entrants and was marked by significant competition. Larson initially started in second position and fought his way to the lead over David Gravel, ultimately finishing ahead of Rico Abreu and Gravel in the 25-lap main event. Earlier in the day, Larson faced challenges in the Iowa Corn 350 NASCAR Cup race, finishing 33rd after an accident. His victory in Knoxville marked a strong conclusion to the day's events, showcasing his adaptability across different racing formats.
- •Kyle Larson won the Capitani Classic on August 10, 2026.
- •The race had a record 87 cars entered.
- •Larson overcame a difficult NASCAR Cup race earlier in the day.
- •He started in second and gained the lead by lap 19.
- •Rico Abreu finished second, followed by David Gravel.
- 1:51 AMYahoo Sports — Auto racing: Kyle Larson wins Capitani Classic
"KNOXVILLE – Kyle Larson was just happy to get back behind the wheel of a 410 sprint car at Knoxville. After running the 360 Knoxville Nationals and the NASCAR Cup race at Iowa Speedway, Larson felt at home in winning the 14th edition of the $13,000 Avanti Windows and Doors Capitani Classic Presented by Great Southern Bank Sunday night at the Knoxville Raceway. It was a hard-fought win that saw ...
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