Kyle Larson family racing achievements were on full display as Larson‘s children made their mark at the Tulsa Shootout this year in Tulsa, United States. Kyle Larson, after a busy offseason spent at both the Perth Motorplex in Australia and major American events, returned home to witness an exceptional performance from his kids, Owen and Audrey, in one of the country’s premier youth racing showcases.
Larson’s Offseason Adventures Set the Stage
Kyle Larson’s winter began across the globe, competing in the High Limit Racing Series finale at the Perth Motorplex, where he secured a significant $100,000 prize. His whirlwind travel schedule brought him back stateside right before the turn of the year, leading into the celebrated Tulsa Shootout. The event featured a surprise for him, not in his own race results, but in the remarkable achievements of his son Owen and daughter Audrey on the track.
Owen and Audrey Larson Impress with Their Results
Owen Larson competed in the Restricted, Non-Wing, and Winged A-Class divisions, showing true family talent. He captured a hard-fought win in a Winged A-Class heat race, highlighting the competitive nature that seems to run in the Larson family. Audrey Larson entered the Junior Sprint division and seized a heat race win herself, demonstrating remarkable composure and skill among her peers and earning praise from seasoned racers and fans alike.
Kyle Larson Shares His Perspective as a Proud Father
Watching his children compete so fiercely brought out strong emotions in Kyle Larson, particularly when recalling the experience for FloRacing. While many expected him to be anxious about safety, Larson shared a more personal concern.
“You don’t ever wanna see your kid being dejected or sad,”
he said, expressing the universal sentiments of any devoted parent.
As he watched the highs and lows unfold on the track, Larson’s nerves shifted to excitement when his children expertly handled the challenges of racing. The intensity of his feelings was evident as he reflected on witnessing Owen’s performance in the restricted qualifier.
“But then, seeing Owen yesterday… In the restricted qualifier, he does a super good job. I had the nerves, butterflies, excited feelings, and emotions of my son winning a main event. It’s really cool seeing them do better than I thought they would,”
he quipped, admitting the pride and joy that came from seeing his son outperform expectations.
Sibling Dynamics Bring Out the Best in Both
Kyle Larson noted that, while Owen’s personality bears similarities to his own, Audrey exhibits a fiery attitude and confidence that stand out on the racetrack. According to Larson, Audrey’s strong character and her spirited rivalry with her brother Owen fuel her motivation to excel. The competitive yet supportive sibling relationship between Audrey and Owen played out in dramatic fashion, drawing attention to their shared determination and family roots in racing.
Continued Family Triumphs Point to a Bright Future
The impressive results from Owen and Audrey at the Tulsa Shootout highlight the depth of racing talent in the Larson family. With their father’s international racing acclaim, and now both children achieving heat race victories in their respective divisions, the Larson name is becoming synonymous with racing excellence across generations. As the new season unfolds, racing fans and the motorsport community alike will be watching this family closely, eager to see just how far their achievements can go.
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