Kyle Larson struggles during Phoenix qualifying, starts 22nd at Freeway Insurance 500

Kyle Larson qualified 22nd for the Freeway Insurance 500 at Phoenix Raceway after a tough practice session. The two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion expressed concerns about his car's speed, indicating that it has generally ranked between eighth and 13th in speed. Despite his previous success at Phoenix, including four top-five finishes, Larson emphasized a disconnect between finishing well and having competitive speed. Team Penske’s Ryan Blaney secured the pole position, with Joey Logano alongside. Larson faces a challenging race day but has managed to overcome poor starting positions in the past.

• 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — Kyle Larson Admits He ‘Sucks’ at Phoenix, Then Qualifies 22nd