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Larson Crowned Champion as Byron's Tire Blowout Shocks NASCAR

11/8/2025

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Story summary
  • William Byron blew a tire at Phoenix Raceway, allowing Kyle Larson to become a two-time champion.
  • Dale Earnhardt Jr. said Goodyear should not be blamed for the incident.
  • The issue stemmed from teams running low air pressures.
  • Mark Martin expressed concerns about the Next Gen car's aesthetics and underperformance, advocating changes to attract younger fans.
  • NASCAR plans to raise power to 750 horsepower in 2026.