Kyle Larson addressed speculation about a potential playoff format in High Limit Racing, firmly stating that no such system will be introduced into the series. As co-founder with Brad Sweet, Larson reassured fans this week that while High Limit Racing has adopted a charter system similar to NASCAR, the similarities end there, keeping the sport’s traditional points-based competition intact and using High Limit Racing as a model of distinction.
High Limit Racing Rejects Playoff System
The introduction of charters in High Limit Racing prompted comparisons to NASCAR and raised questions about additional changes, particularly the possibility of a playoff system mimicking NASCAR’s format. Kyle Larson, speaking on the High Limit Room podcast, made it clear that he does not support such a move. Larson emphasized that despite his experience under NASCAR’s playoff structure—where he earned two Cup Series championships—he believes it is not a good or fair fit for sprint car racing.
“I would hope, and I’m pretty certain, that will never happen in sprint car racing,”
Larson said on the High Limit Room podcast.
“Like, even the late model playoff that they have, I think, is better than what we have in NASCAR, but still it’s not like, I don’t know. It’s not fair. Or not the fairest way. To me, it doesn’t even really add that much excitement at all to a dirt season.”
– Kyle Larson, High Limit Racing Founder
Larson expanded on his position by criticizing both the NASCAR system and other motorsports playoff formats, highlighting that they do not necessarily increase excitement throughout the dirt racing season. He clarified that High Limit Racing will not adopt a winner-take-all or playoff approach.
“So, no. No, there will be no playoff or winner-take-all sort of thing. Hopefully, I think, even in NASCAR, I hope we’re done with the winner-take-all, it sounds like. So, yeah, fans don’t have to worry about that. I don’t want to keep going on because I’ll get myself in trouble talking.”
– Kyle Larson, High Limit Racing Founder
Despite benefiting from NASCAR’s format with multiple championships, Larson remains committed to the traditional, season-long points-based model used in sprint car racing. He noted that, had this system remained in NASCAR, his portfolio of championships might look even stronger.
Legal and Coaching News Shakes College Sports
In other headlines this week, coach Scott Frost has initiated legal proceedings against Nebraska, marking a significant turn in his relationship with the Huskers. Meanwhile, two Georgia players are facing legal troubles, reflecting ongoing challenges within athletic programs this season. Utah’s long-serving coach Kyle Wittingham has also announced he will step down, signaling a major shift for the Ute’s football future. Former coach Sherrone Moore recently faced a judge as his legal matters progressed. These developments have stirred both fans and institutions, adding to the overall sense of uncertainty and concern across college sports.
The latest round of CFB Awards highlighted the top performers for the upcoming 2025 season, putting a spotlight on key athletes as programs prepare for evolving rosters and leadership shifts.
Kyle Larson, High Limit Racing, and the Australian Sprint Car Stage
Looking ahead, the High Limit Racing series is preparing for a landmark event in Australia at the Perth Motorplex. In just a few weeks, Kyle Larson and a group of ten American racers will travel Down Under to compete for a substantial $110,000 AUD—the largest purse in the history of Australian sprint car racing. This event further cements the growing international appeal of both Larson and High Limit Racing.
The relationship between American and Australian motorsport communities continues to deepen, especially as interest in crossover events such as Supercars and NASCAR grows. High-profile drivers like Shane van Gisbergen have already bridged these racing worlds, participating in sprint cars across New Zealand and Australia. With the High Limit series expanding its influence, there is speculation about seeing top names, perhaps even van Gisbergen, join other marquee U.S. events such as the Chili Bowl Nationals.
Kyle Larson’s profile as a motorsports icon is rapidly ascending, and with more high-profile international events ahead, his leadership in High Limit Racing appears poised to usher in a new era for sprint car enthusiasts around the world.
