Ross Chastain and Kyle Larson’s recent antics have been making waves in the media. This spotlight is due largely to the intense on-track clash between the two. Where Chastain found himself being dragged along by Larson. Given Chastain’s infamous track record of creating havoc weekly, it was somewhat ironic and amusing to see him wreck his own chances.

Yet, the incident took a serious turn when the 2020 Cup champion, chose silence over addressing the media after the race. This move further highlighted his resentment towards Chastain. Meanwhile, Bill Elliott, father of racer Chase Elliott, offered a somewhat sarcastic resolution to the ongoing drama between the rival drivers.

Bill Elliott calls out Kyle Larson and Ross Chastain’s shenanigans

In a recent incident that unfolded at the NASCAR Cup Series race at Darlington, Hendrick Motorsports’ Kyle Larson and Trackhouse Racing’s Ross Chastain found themselves locked in an intense battle on the track. Veteran racing icon Bill Elliott had a rather pointed take on the incident, as quoted by journalist Dustin Albino: “Children. Put them into the sandbox together and they can’t play.”

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Moreover, as the high-stakes race neared its peak at Darlington, Larson, and Chastain, were battling it out at full throttle. Commanding two of the series’ fastest cars, the duo was engrossed in a vigorous face-off. Furthermore, both their sights set squarely on the checkered flag.

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What transpired between Chastain and Larson at Darlington?

However, the tension escalated dramatically with just six laps remaining. It was at this critical juncture that Larson, apparently irked by Chastain’s audacious attempt to corner him into the wall at Turn 1, made a decisive move. Choosing to retaliate, Larson aggressively took out Chastain’s No. 1 car, sparking an unforeseen turn of events.

Following this, Chastain, a driver renowned for his hard-charging and sometimes excessively assertive driving style, was effectively forced out of the race. Concurrently, Larson’s car suffered significant damage from the encounter, causing him to drop down the ranks into the twenties.

By the end of the day, Larson had to settle for a disappointing 20th-place finish, while Chastain was even further behind in 29th.

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Furthermore, the incident spurred a flurry of reactions, most notably from Larson’s crew chief, Cliff Daniels. Known for his candid commentary, Daniels did not hesitate to voice his strong disapproval of Chastain’s aggressive driving. He ensured that not only his driver but also the spectators were aware of his stark criticism of Chastain.