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Kyle Larson‘s exceptional skills on the racing track have undeniably cemented his status as one of the greatest drivers of our time. In a career filled with numerous victories, this season arguably stood out for Larson’s achievements. He has triumphed in five different races across NASCAR’s three series till now, with his latest victory coming at the All-Star race at the North Wilkesboro Speedway.

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Despite Larson’s impressive wins, his true talent often remains hidden from the public and media. Surprising, right? Well, Denny Hamlin, a fellow driver, has shed light on this overlooked aspect of Larson’s capabilities.

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Why Denny Hamlin believes Kyle Larson is underrated?

Amidst the numerous changes introduced by NASCAR on its 75th anniversary, controversies have been rampant, creating quite a stir in the current season. However, in the midst of all the chaos, a driver from Hendrick Motorsports seems to have gone unnoticed.

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Denny Hamlin, a competitor of Kyle Larson, recently shed light on Larson’s underrated talent on his podcast ‘Actions Detrimental’.

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Hamlin expressed, “I think that Kyle is a very underrated talent on worn-out race-tracks. I think for a while there he was definitely one of those guys that would wear his stuff out quick and then would drop an anchor when it comes to long runs.”

Even though Denny Hamlin was one of the drivers who was beaten by Larson during the race, he still acknowledged Larson’s remarkable talent on the field. Reflecting on his performance, Hamlin humbly admitted, “We had a blowout this week, so we just gotta suck it up.”

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Last Week Turned Out to Be Quite Special for Kyle Larson

Last week proved to be an extraordinary golden week for Kyle Larson. The HMS pilot showcased his remarkable talent and clinched several victories. Notably, Larson triumphed in four races in the past week alone [the NXS at Darlington, NCTS, High Limit, and the All-Star race].

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During All-Star Race, Larson encountered a setback with a pit road speeding penalty, which sent him to the back of the field. However, this setback did not deter him in the least. With his exceptional speed and precision, he swiftly made his way back to the front. Larson possessed an unmatched level of speed and control, that helped him ultimately get the $1 million prize at the North Wilkesboro Speedway (NWS).

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Moinakhtar Akhunji is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports. With a love for racing spanning almost a decade, he brings his passion and expertise to every article he writes. Growing up as an automobile enthusiast, he quickly developed a deep appreciation for the technical and competitive aspects of both F1 and NASCAR. He is a fan of Dale Earnhardt Jr and Max Verstappen. Among the current NASCAR drivers, he admires Hendrick Motorsports star, Kyle Larson. Moinakhtar believes with the right backing from his team, the #5 driver can win a lot more championships. Here at ES, Moinakhtar is known for his well-rounded and informative articles. He brings a unique perspective to his writing, combining his knowledge of the sport with his passion for storytelling. When he is not penning down his thoughts about the Stock Car Racing Series, he can be found traveling and taking hikes.

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