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Hendrick Motorsports Reshuffles Larson's Pit Crew Before Race

4/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a bold move, Hendrick Motorsports has revamped Kyle Larson's pit crew just before the NASCAR Cup Series race at Darlington Raceway. Only fueler Brandon Harder remains, while new faces from Spire Motorsports—Jafar Hall, Mike Moss, Allen Stallings, and Eric Ludwig—join the team. Crew chief Cliff Daniels insists this shake-up is crucial for enhancing performance as Larson aims to maintain his second-place standing in the championship.

History

Historical Context

Hendrick Motorsports' pit crew overhaul echoes a historical trend in NASCAR. Since the early 1990s, teams have increasingly recruited athletes for pit crews, dramatically reducing pit stop times from 18 seconds to under 13 seconds. This shift, initiated by pioneers like Andy Papathanassiou, emphasizes performance and precision.

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Story summary

In a bold move, Hendrick Motorsports has revamped Kyle Larson's pit crew just before the NASCAR Cup Series race at Darlington Raceway. Only fueler Brandon Harder remains, while new faces from Spire Motorsports—Jafar Hall, Mike Moss, Allen Stallings, and Eric Ludwig—join the team. Crew chief Cliff Daniels insists this shake-up is crucial for enhancing performance as Larson aims to maintain his second-place standing in the championship.

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