Kyle Larson gets stuck in grass during NASCAR race at Chicagoland

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Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Kyle Larson gets stuck in grass during NASCAR race at Chicagoland
Summary

Kyle Larson's attempt to end a 42-race winless streak encountered difficulties during the NASCAR race at Chicagoland on July 5. He spun out on Lap 94, stopping in the infield grass after losing control in turn 4. The rain-soaked track contributed to Larson getting stuck, causing damage to his tires. He was pulled free and pushed to his pit stop, but he was left two laps down. Larson was running third at the time of the incident.

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  • Larson spun out on Lap 94 while running third.
  • Heavy rain made the infield grass muddy, causing Larson to get stuck.
  • NASCAR returned to Chicagoland Speedway for the first time in seven years.
  • Larson was aiming to end a 42-race winless streak.
  • He is currently 148 points behind points leader Denny Hamlin.
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Kyle Larson's chance to snap a 42-race winless streak hit a huge snag when he spun out on Lap 94 and got stuck in the infield grass.

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Kyle Larson's chance to snap a 42-race winless streak hit a huge snag when he spun out on Lap 94 and got stuck in the infield grass.

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