Would NASCAR Grant a Second Waiver if Kyle Larson Miss Another Race…
The possibility of Kyle Larson missing another NASCAR event and whether he would be granted another waiver is an interesting topic, especially considering his participation in both the Indy 500 and NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 600.
Larson was already granted a playoff waiver in 2024 after missing the Coca-Cola 600 due to weather-related delays at the Indianapolis 500, where he raced earlier that day.
NASCAR typically only grants waivers for situations outside of a driver’s control, such as medical issues, but Larson’s case was unusual because his absence was for another racing event.
Nonetheless, NASCAR decided to give him a waiver because he made every effort to race in Charlotte but was ultimately delayed by circumstances beyond his control.
However, it raises the question of whether NASCAR would grant a second waiver if Larson were to miss another race. NASCAR’s rulebook does emphasize that drivers should start every race unless explicitly excused.
Larson’s previous waiver was seen as an exception due to his commitment to both series, but this leniency may not extend to future races. Many within the NASCAR community have debated whether NASCAR should enforce the rule more strictly moving forward.
Some commentators argue that not granting further waivers could prevent situations where drivers prioritize other series over NASCAR, maintaining the integrity of the sport’s schedule.
NASCAR will likely be more cautious about allowing additional exceptions, as it would set a precedent that might affect future drivers’ decisions.
