Ranking Kyle Larson's 5 Best NASCAR Tracks

NASCAR fans have witnessed Kyle Larson’s meteoric rise to stardom over the past decade. At just 31 years old, the Elk Grove native has already etched his name in the sport’s history books with numerous victories across various racetracks while driving for multiple teams.

Larson’s big break came in 2021 when he joined the legendary Hendrick Motorsports team. Despite being a consistent playoff contender with Chip Ganassi Racing, Larson had yet to capture the ultimate glory of a NASCAR Cup Series championship. However, that all changed after a season-long suspension in 2020 paved the way for his departure from Ganassi and subsequent move to Hendrick’s No. 5 Chevrolet team.

In his debut season with Hendrick in 2021, Larson achieved his crowning moment by being named the NASCAR Cup Series champion for the first time in his career. Since then, the superstar driver has continued to rack up wins and deliver memorable performances across the country.

As we look ahead to the upcoming NASCAR season, let’s rank Kyle Larson’s top 5 most successful racetracks in recent years with Hendrick Motorsports:

5. Kansas Speedway

With an impressive average finish of 6.0 and a memorable 2021 victory in the Hollywood Casino 400, Kansas Speedway has proven to be one of Larson’s strongholds. The 1.5-mile tri-oval has been a consistent source of success for the Hendrick driver.

4. Michigan International Speedway

While Larson has yet to win at Michigan in his Hendrick tenure, the 2-mile oval has been a happy hunting ground for him throughout his career. With three previous wins and an average finish of 5.0 in the last two seasons, Michigan remains one of Larson’s best tracks.

3. Chicago Street Course

The inaugural race at the Chicago Street Course last season was marred by rain, but Larson still managed to secure an impressive 4th place finish. With only one appearance at the challenging street circuit thus far, it’s a small sample size, but Larson’s strong performance bodes well for future races at the venue.

2. Nashville Superspeedway

Nashville has quickly become one of Larson’s favorite tracks, with three straight top-5 finishes in the last three races, including a win at the 2021 Ally 400. With an average finish of 3.3, the 1.33-mile concrete oval in Tennessee has been a consistent source of success for the No. 5 team.

1. Bristol Motor Speedway

Topping the list is the iconic Bristol Motor Speedway, where Larson has been utterly dominant in recent years. With a win in 2021, a runner-up finish in 2022, and a 5th place result last season, Larson’s average finish of 2.7 at the high-banked short track is truly remarkable. As he gears up for this Sunday’s Food City 500 at Bristol, Larson will once again be a heavy favorite to reign supreme at one of his best tracks.

Larson’s success at these diverse circuits is a testament to his versatility as a driver and the strength of the Hendrick Motorsports team. As NASCAR fans eagerly await the start of the new season, all eyes will be on the No. 5 Chevrolet as Larson looks to add more iconic moments to his already impressive résumé.