[autotag]Kyle Larson[/autotag] will attempt “The Double” with the Coca-Cola 600 and Indianapolis 500 on May 26. However, Larson’s time in Indianapolis won’t start that week. The [autotag]Hendrick Motorsports[/autotag] driver will be in Indianapolis for qualifying on the weekend of the NASCAR All-Star Race. Larson is expected to compete in the event, but a change hasn’t been ruled out.
According to FOX Sports’ Bob Pockrass, a game-day decision is “not out of the question” with Larson’s availability for the All-Star Race. In this scenario, a replacement driver would likely have to go through the Open to make the main event. Larson’s qualifying for the Indianapolis 500 is a priority, depending on what happens with his schedule.
One driver that would make sense is Justin Allgaier, as the NASCAR Xfinity Series is off that weekend. Allgaier previously served as Hendrick Motorsports’ reserve driver when he had to replace Jimmie Johnson at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2020. Hopefully, Larson can make it to North Wilkesboro Speedway, but a replacement driver is an option if needed.
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