Aero block hindered Larson's bid for victory at Dover as he fell short of overtaking Hamlin in the WÜRTH 400, resulting in his second runner-up finish of the season.

By the Numbers
  • Larson settled for his second runner-up finish and fifth top-five overall of the year.
  • Larson led twice for 39 laps, including a Stage 2 win, at Dover Motor Speedway.
Yes, But

Larson's struggle with dirty air and aerodynamic challenges impacted his ability to overtake Hamlin in the race.

State of Play
  • Larson maintains his regular season points lead over Martin Truex, Jr. by 15 points despite the disappointing outcome at Dover.
  • The discussion around aero block and the use of rear camera assists in NextGen cars sparked conversations in the NASCAR garage.
What's Next

Larson aims to improve his restarts as a key driving characteristic moving forward, with Kevin Harvick set to be his relief driver during NASCAR All-Star Weekend at North Wilkesboro.

Bottom Line

Despite falling short at Dover, Larson's focus on polishing restarts and the upcoming partnership with Harvick in the All-Star Weekend presents opportunities for growth and success in future races.