Kyle Larson

Perris, California.?..Kyle Larson finished off another spectacular year and added a feather to his cap by winning Thursday night?s 72nd ?Turkey Night Grand Prix? at Perris Auto Speedway. The Elk Grove, California driver picked up his sixth win of the year in the first edition of the famed race run on dirt since 1998.

Larson tracked down Hagen and took the lead on lap 22. Shortly after, Larson?s teammate Bryan Clauson also made his way by Hagen as the leaders worked through heavy traffic. Clauson caught his teammate quickly and slid under Larson for the lead, but Larson countered every time to retain command.

The final twenty laps became a war of conservation as tires came into play. Hines continuously pressured Larson but never could solidify the top spot. On multiple occasions, Hines slid up in front of Larson only to see the 20-year old driver right back under him. Just after making a massive move to the outside of Larson, Hines came off turn-four to the white flag with a flat right-rear tire.

?I was really trying to be patient early in the race. I was worried about blistering my tires early, so I rode the bottom a little bit early. I followed Hagen for a bit before I got by him, but I was still kinda riding. Then, Bryan (Clauson) came and threw some sliders at me in the middle part of the race. I had to change my line up a little bit as the rubber came in, and I really did not want Tracy (Hines) to beat me again this year. I was looking at all the people who have won this race, A.J., Parnelli, Brent Kaeding, and it?s cool to add my name to that trophy,? Larson said.

This young man has proven himself to be the next AJ Foyt only maybe a little better. Dirt, pavement open wheel or full fendered bring it on. Watch his hands when you can I assure you he will be smooth with minimal wheel turning. I have seen no bonehead moves and he takes good care of his equipment. The big question for him is will it be Nascar or Indy cars.

Amen to that!!!

"Watch his hands when you can I assure you he will be smooth with minimal wheel turning. I have seen no bonehead moves and he takes good care of his equipment. "

Amen to that!!! This kid is the real deal - he’s WAY more than just another fast kid…

The might have THE most natural racing talent ever seen. In my opinion, better than Foyt, Stewart, Gordon… or anyone else I could think of.

Here’s another thought… he’s young enough that maybe he could even go into F-1. America NEEDS a star in that division to bring the US fans into play. I honestly believe he is THAT good, and could become a world-wide star.

Wouldn,t It Be Wonderful If He Showed Up At Bubba,s For The Usac Non-wing Deal, Just Another Fantasy For My Bucket List.