Recently there’s been a lot of debate about the amount of practice sessions that NASCAR drivers need at specific tracks. Seven times Cup champion Jimmie Johnson and Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. has been the major voice that has been raised in support of the issue. Now, Hendrick Motorsport driver Kyle Larson was asked to share his thoughts on the number of practice sessions that are necessary for drivers during race weekends.
During his talk on the Speed Street Podcast, Kyle Larson shared how 20 minutes usually is enough. A similar verdict was given on the issue by his teammate Chase Elliott. But the driver added how he’d need more practice sessions at road courses, tracks where he usually struggles. He also revealed how he’s definitely pretty selfish around this topic as he’d like fewer practice sessions at tracks where his team has an advantage.
Truthfully like 20 minutes is more than I'm used to in a dirt race. I think road courses, places I struggle I'd like to have more practice. A then places we have an advantage on, without setups and stuff I would like no practice. So, I guess selfish but, I don't know I kind of like the way things are too, I think. Kyle Larson said via the Speed Street Podcast.
The No. 5 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 driver also added how Indy Car is going to feel weird for him in comparison to NASCAR. So, he has varying opinions about practice sessions in various racing categories. Larson’s way of admitting his selfish opinion is truly admirable.
Kyle Larson reveals the difference between NASCAR and IndyCar
Kyle Larson is set to make his debut in Indy 500 in May. The driver recently took part in the IndyCar practice sessions and did a fantastic job. Following this, Larson shared the differences between the next-gen NASCAR cars he drives usually and the IndyCar on the same podcast.
When I tested at Phoenix [For the Indy500] and made some laps, I felt my hands and my butt a little bit. But mostly my hands with the front tires, feels a lot like connection with the car. Two, at Phoenix, I had some moments where I would get loose or whatever and it felt like a stock car. Kyle Larson said.
The Hendrick Motorsport driver also shared how after a while he felt that the IndyCar was closer in terms of drivability to the NASCAR cars after tire degradation took its place. Larson’s IndyCar debut is something that fans will definitely be looking forward to, in order to see how he compares to his performances in NASCAR.
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