Kyle Larson hopes to turn out to be simply the fifth driver to ever full ‘The Double’ — a coveted achievement the place a driver runs each the Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR’s longest race [the Coca-Cola 600] on the exact same day.
Robby Gordon, Tony Stewart, John Andretti, and Kurt Busch have all efficiently achieved it earlier than. Larson was set to affix this elite group final 12 months, however shockingly failed in his try when the Indy 500 ran late resulting from rain. He nonetheless made it again to Charlotte whereas the NASCAR race was ongoing, however in a merciless accident, the identical rain showers that delayed issues in Indianapolis had now reached Charlotte. By the point he was able to get within the automotive, it was over as NASCAR known as the race early.
Now, Larson will return with Hendrick Motorsports and Arrow-McLaren to attempt as soon as once more, and Amazon shall be there as an official accomplice, whereas additionally documenting each minute of all 1,100 miles of his journey racing that day.
Amazon’s Prime Video may also formally broadcast NASCAR for the the primary time this 12 months, starting with this Could’s 600-miler.
Prime Video branding may be seen on each his No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet at Charlotte, in addition to the No. 17 joint McLaren-Hendrick entry at Indy. The liveries shall be formally revealed on Wednesday of this week.
Kyle Larson, Arrow McLaren/Rick Hendrick Chevrolet
Picture by: Phillip Abbott / Motorsport Photographs
Particulars on the Larson ‘Double’ documentary
The feature-length documentary, set to be launched in 2026, will comply with Larson in his quest to finish ‘The Double’ and discover redemption after final 12 months’s failed try. Filming really started in October of 2023 and already has behind-the-scenes footage from his ill-fated run in 2024. The documentary is being directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Cynthia Hill, and produced by Hill’s Markay Media, Think about Documentaries, Hendrick Motorsports, and in affiliation with NASCAR Studios and Penske Leisure.
Kyle Larson, Hendrick Motorsports, HendrickCars.com H1100 Chevrolet Camaro throughout rain delay at Charlotte.
Picture by: Rusty Jarrett / NKP / Motorsport Photographs
“Final 12 months gave us a terrific basis, and now we get to construct on it,” mentioned Larson in a launch. “I’m excited to return again stronger in 2025 and provides it every little thing we’ve bought to complete all 1,100 miles. Having Prime Video on board – particularly with them streaming the 600 and documenting my entire expertise – is fairly particular. Could goes to be a loopy month, and I’m able to get after it.”
Added Stacey Rosenson, Head of U.S. Sports activities Advertising and marketing, Prime Video: “Kyle’s double try is without doubt one of the most enjoyable storylines in all of sports activities, and we’re thrilled to be a part of it. As we put together to broadcast our first NASCAR Cup Collection race with the Coca-Cola 600, having this type of historic second unfold reside on Prime Video – and capturing it in a documentary movie – is a really distinctive alternative. We’re wanting ahead to sponsoring Kyle’s effort and taking followers contained in the depth and emotion that go along with it.”
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