DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Kyle Larson loaded his motorhome and drove to Daytona International Speedway by himself, alone for some seven hours to prepare for his return to NASCAR competition.
The excitement of a new season settled his nerves and he felt optimistic about his future. After serving a six-month suspension for his use of a racial slur that nearly cost him his career, Larson was just appreciative of the opportunity ahead. “I feel extremely grateful because, you know, I really never thought I would get another chance to race in NASCAR and I kind of accepted that,” Larson said Monday as he waited for the Daytona infield to open. “I hope to do a good job on and off the track and really take advantage of a second chance.” Larson's career