“If you ain’t first, you’re last.” There’s no question that Talladega Nights holds the top spot in fans’ hearts, beloved for its hilarious catchphrases and iconic quotes. NASCAR stars like Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Jeff Gordon have openly embraced the humor, even quoting lines from the film during interviews and race broadcasts. Notably, the movie debuted to a massive $47 million opening weekend and went on to earn over $148 million domestically, securing its place as one of the most successful live-action racing comedies of all time.

But not everyone’s impressed by it. The portrayal of redneck stereotypes, wacky sponsors, and off-the-rails pit crews rubbed some the wrong way, especially as NASCAR has tried to rebrand beyond its tradition. Now, with Kyle Larson expressing his apprehensions,

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