“I owe so much of my current quality of life and popularity to dirt racing and have always aimed to give back,” said Kyle Larson. The High Limit Racing Series, a dream brought to life by NASCAR champion Larson and his brother-in-law, sprint car veteran Brad Sweet, has been turning heads all year. The No.5 Chevrolet driver needs no introduction with his 2021 NASCAR Cup Series championship, and Sweet, a six-time national sprint car champion, launched this series to bring the thrill of midweek sprint car racing to fans across the country.
The 2025 season features 60 events in 20 states, with 14 full-time “High Rollers” competing in the 410 winged sprint car national series. Larson’s motivation is deeply personal. The High Limit Racing Series isn’t just any racing league—it’s a passion project for Larson and Sweet, who share a family bond and a lifelong love for sprint car racing. That’s the heartbeat of High Limit Racing—a mission to grow the sport they both adore. But at Lakeside Speedway in Kansas City, Kansas, the action reached a fever pitch that left everyone stunned—and it’s a night one won’t forget anytime soon.
Brad Sweet and Kyle Larson got involved in a crash
The road hasn’t been without its bumps. The series has faced some serious drama off the track. A former employee made headlines with allegations of malpractice, claiming he was asked to overlook rule-breaking by drivers during High Limit events. These claims rocked Kyle Larson’s sprint car series. One specific accusation involved a driver using a 1.25-inch wicker bill on their top wing, which was discovered during a post-race inspection but allegedly ignored. Larson and Sweet responded with a joint statement, saying, “High Limit Racing believes in a fair and equal playing field for all competitors. Any claims to the contrary are unjustified. We’re focused on the success of our inaugural international event and continuing to improve the sport of sprint car racing,” read the official statement. Despite the controversy, the focus stayed on the track, where the real story unfolds.
With 20 laps remaining, the race took a dramatic turn. Matt Weaver’s post on X captured the intensity perfectly: “Rico Abreu wins the High Limit race at Lakeside over Tyler Courtney. Race will be remembered for the big Rico, Kerry Madsen, Kyle Larson, Brad Sweet crash up front. Sweet’s involvement means good points days for Rico and Sunshine in Kansas.” Four of the biggest names in sprint car racing, battling for the lead, only to end up in a massive, jaw-dropping crash right at the front of the pack! The crowd must have been holding their breath as the cars collided, sending dirt and debris flying.
BIG WRECK! Madsen upside down! Sweet upside down! Larson is in it! Abreu nearly goes over!
Chaos battling for the lead in the @HighLimitRacing A-Main at @Lakeside_Spdwy!#HighLimitRacing pic.twitter.com/XVJO2TFPDF
— FloRacing (@FloRacing) May 10, 2025
The 30-lap main event was pure chaos from the start. Austin McCarl took the lead off turn two, but a tangle in turn three brought out the first caution. On the restart, disaster struck—Daison Pursley flipped upside down before turn one, prompting a red flag. Pursley climbed out on his own, but the intensity was just beginning. On the next green flag, McCarl led Kerry Madsen, but with 24 laps to go, Madsen took the lead by rolling the bottom. McCarl then pulled to the infield with a mechanical issue, ending his night early.
Rico Abreu took the lead on the restart, with Courtney in pursuit. With 18 laps to go, Danny Sams slowed, bringing out another caution. Abreu held firm on the green flag, and with 8 laps remaining, he caught the tail of the field. Courtney closed in, but by the final 4 laps, Abreu had a 1-second lead. He held off Courtney to win at Lakeside Speedway, with Peck, Spencer Bayston, and Scott Bogucki rounding out the top five. The final results showed the toll of the crash: Sweet finished 21st, Madsen 22nd, McCarl 23rd, Larson 24th, and Pursley 25th.
Larson and Sweet’s connection goes beyond the track—they’re family, with Sweet married to Larson’s sister. Their shared love for sprint car racing has fueled their mission to revive the sport. They’re bringing back historic sprint car racing series, aiming to create moments that matter. Sweet once reflected on their adventures together, telling about Larson’s fearless racing style during a trip to Australia. For Larson, watching his brother-in-law and fellow competitors collide must have been gut-wrenching.
In the end, this race was a perfect example of what High Limit Racing is all about—high stakes, fierce competition, and a family-like bond that keeps everyone pushing forward. Nights like this remind us why we love racing: the drama, the heart, and the sheer will to win.
Kyle Larson’s F1 entry is still a far-fetched dream
Yung Money is no stranger to proving himself. Since bursting into NASCAR in 2014 with Chip Ganassi Racing, he’s been a force. He won the 2021 Cup Series Championship with Hendrick Motorsports, bagging ten victories in one season! Last year, he wowed everyone by qualifying for the Indy 500 and earning rookie honors. Now, in 2025, he’s second in the NASCAR standings with 408 points, just behind teammate William Byron, with wins at Homestead-Miami and Bristol.
The NASCAR superstar is turning heads again, and this time, it’s about a wild dream—Formula 1! On Kevin Harvick’s “Harvick Happy Hour” podcast, F1 broadcaster Will Buxton couldn’t stop raving about Larson. “I’d love to see the best drivers compete across disciplines,” Buxton said, praising Larson’s Indy 500 Rookie of the Year win and his NASCAR dominance. But here’s the kicker: he called F1’s licensing rules “restrictive,” saying they’re blocking epic crossovers like this.
Larson’s not slowing down either. He’s gearing up for the brutal Memorial Day Double—racing the Indy 500 and NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 600 in one day. “Nobody races as much as I do,” he told Bob Pockrass, sharing how he’s hitting the gym hard to stay in top shape. He is looking to recreate Tony Stewart’s feat, but that might be a little too ambitious to claim. Robbie Gordon to Kurt Busch, many drivers have attempted the legendary Double Trouble, but only Smoke has managed to gain anything substantial. He had finished sixth in the Indianapolis 500 and third in the Coca-Cola 600. But, Smoke, after his successful open-wheel endeavors, is now a part of NHRA and races an overpowered engine. He has never been vocal about contesting in an F1 race. This means no NASCAR driver has made an appearance in F1.
And, this push for Larson to race in F1 isn’t just exciting—it’s emotional. Imagine him zooming through Monaco’s streets, breaking barriers in motorsports! If those licensing rules loosen up, Larson’s grit and talent could make him a legend across NASCAR, IndyCar, and F1. For fans, young and old, that’s a dream worth cheering for. Let’s hope the racing world listens and lets Kyle shine on the global stage!
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