Kyle Larson has had a busy week. After the jaw-dropping end to the 2025 NASCAR season last weekend, the newly crowned Cup Series champion took trips to various parts of the country and undertook an eclectic media tour. He appeared in shows ranging from FOX Happy Hour Podcast with Kevin Harvick to the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. However, one topic remained common across all his appearances: how did he get it done?

Denny Hamlin dominated the Phoenix race, leading 208 of 312 laps. With four laps to go, he was in the lead, comfortably distancing himself from the pack by 1.5 seconds. However, a sensational turn of events brought Kyle Larson to the forefront; however, the champion claims the strategy was thought out.

Kyle Larson foresaw a good call

On lap 279 of the Phoenix championship r

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