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Many drivers took Kyle Larson’s side regarding the incident. The NASCAR Cup Series race last Sunday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway was a dramatic event. One of the most intense moments of the day occurred when the 2021 Cup champion lost his patience with his spotter.
The driver of the Chevy number 5 was not happy with the criticism he received about his racing style and vented to his spotter. Kyle Larson directly told Monn to “shut up.” This behavior was unexpected from Larson, as he is not known for such outbursts.
Many people in the racing community believe that the number 5 team’s spotter was to blame, as his bias towards the driver caused him to cross boundaries. NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. discussed the incident on his podcast. He stated that Larson did not expect or want criticism from his own team, which led to his strong response. Through his comments, Larson made it clear that he will not tolerate similar criticism in the future.
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Additionally, Junior spoke about the number 5 team’s spotter and advised him to choose his words carefully, as drivers can retaliate, which is not a good look. He emphasized that honesty is important, but there is a line that should not be crossed.
The JRM owner made a valid point about the drama between Larson and the spotter, stating that incidents like these will not have a significant impact on the number 5 team as the season progresses, as venting and expressing frustration over the team radio is a common part of the sport.
