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Kyle Larson wins Knoxville Nationals after NASCAR race in Richmond

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Kyle Larson wins Knoxville Nationals after NASCAR race in Richmond

Summary

Kyle Larson completed a remarkable feat Saturday night by competing in two major motorsport events. After starting 30th and finishing sixth at Richmond, Larson made a frantic trip to Knoxville, Iowa, where he secured the victory in the Knoxville Nationals. He led all 50 laps of the race, marking his fourth win in this prestigious event. This achievement adds to his extensive resume, establishing him as one of the top talents in both NASCAR and sprint car racing, despite not being a full-time sprint car driver.

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By the Numbers

•Larson finished sixth in the NASCAR race at Richmond.
•He managed to travel to Knoxville for the Nationals shortly after the NASCAR event.
•Larson led every lap to win the Knoxville Nationals for the fourth time.
•This victory exemplifies his unique position in motorsports despite not being a full-time sprint car driver.

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What they're saying

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Kyle Larson Is What Happens When Racing Talent Stops Making Sense There are good race car drivers. There are great race car drivers. And then there is Kyle Larson, who apparently decided at some point that the laws of motorsports should apply to everybody except him. Saturday night was the latest entry in the argument…
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