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Kyle Larson’s Heroic Fuel Strategy Nets Stunning Fifth Place Finish at Michigan

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
June 10, 2025
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Kyle Larson’s Heroic Fuel Strategy Nets Stunning Fifth Place Finish at Michigan

May 18, 2025; North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson (5) is introduced before the NASCAR All-Star Open at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

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In a heart-pounding race at Michigan Int’l Speedway, Kyle Larson fought to salvage a fifth-place finish in the FireKeepers Casino 400. Despite his Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet lagging behind, Larson’s strategic fuel-saving tactics kept him in the game until the closing laps, where he slipped from second to fifth place.

Reflecting on his performance, Larson expressed a mix of satisfaction and determination, stating, “We didn’t have a good No. 5 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet today, but we still got a top-five finish out of it.” Currently second in the standings, Larson is eyeing more opportunities to showcase his speed and secure victories in the upcoming races.

Meanwhile, Zane Smith impressed with a seventh-place finish, marking his second top-10 of the season. The driver of the No. 38 Front Row Motorsports Ford highlighted the positives of the race, emphasizing the speed of his car and his team’s efforts. Despite falling short of a win for Ford in their home state, Smith remains optimistic about future chances.

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Ty Gibbs, piloting the No. 54 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota, clinched a commendable third place but expressed frustration over missed opportunities due to fuel strategy. The young driver believed he had the speed to contend for victory, showcasing his potential in the competitive field.

Ross Chastain, in the No. 1 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet, secured a solid sixth-place finish after navigating through fluctuating fuel strategies. Acknowledging Denny Hamlin’s impressive late-race performance, Chastain commended his competitors while reflecting on his team’s overall performance.

On the flip side, Alex Bowman endured a tough break, finishing 36th following a crash involving Austin Cindric and Cole Custer. The incident resulted in significant damage to Bowman’s No. 48 Ally Chevrolet, adding to a challenging period for the driver and Hendrick Motorsports. Despite the setback, Bowman remains resilient, emphasizing the need to persevere and push through tough times.

As the NASCAR season unfolds, drivers continue to face intense competition and unforeseen challenges, making each race a thrilling spectacle of skill and resilience. Stay tuned for more adrenaline-fueled action and unexpected twists in the races to come.

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