Kyle Larson brought his family to the 2026 Tulsa Shootout, where his children, Audrey and Owen Larson, shared their ambitions for future racing. The event in Tulsa became a family affair, placing the spotlight not only on Kyle’s pursuit of the Golden Driller but also on his kids’ budding motorsports aspirations—an unfolding chapter that captured the attention of racing fans and highlighted the next Larson generation’s dreams within the vibrant Tulsa racing scene.
The Larson Family’s Racing Highlights in Tulsa
The past week in Tulsa was packed for the Larsons. Kyle concentrated on the Winged Outlaw division, racing into the highly competitive A-Main finale. Meanwhile, his son Owen competed across several classes and achieved a notable feature appearance in the Restricted A-Class, while daughter Audrey progressed through heats and qualifiers, advancing to the Last Chance Qualifiers (LCQs) in the Junior Sprints during her first experience at Tulsa.
As the Shootout neared its end, Kyle, Audrey, and Owen joined Clinton Boyles from FloRacing for a walk around the Expo. Questions quickly turned to the siblings’ racing futures. Boyles posed:
“Do you wanna race sprint cars one day or do you wanna go on and do NASCAR?”
Without hesitation, Audrey answered:
“Be a race car driver… Sprint cars.”
Owen signaled agreement when asked about his own hopes, confirming:
“Yeah.” (6:55 onwards)
What followed was a playful contest between the two, debating which sibling was the top driver. Their impressive results at the Tulsa Shootout settled some of the debate—Owen, at just seven years old, secured fourth place in the Restricted A-Class feature after starting third, remaining a strong contender throughout the race. Audrey’s inaugural Tulsa run ended just before the feature, as she narrowly missed the main event passing through the challenging LCQs.
Kyle’s own run was marked by intensity and late-race drama. Competing in the Winged Outlaw division, he contended with Daison Pursley for a coveted win. A late clash saw Kyle fall to fourth place, while Pursley celebrated his first Golden Driller victory.
Kyle Larson Shares His Parental Perspective on His Children’s Racing
With both Audrey and Owen developing their skills around microsprints, the experience has been mixed. Owen has accumulated more laps, building on another strong season in the micro divisions, while Audrey manages to balance racing alongside hockey and softball commitments—reflecting the diversity of interests shaping their young lives.
When asked during an interview about the emotions stirred watching his kids race and the nerves that arise, Kyle Larson candidly shared:
“I don’t get nervous as far as like, the danger of it at all, but I would say… when they’re running up front, I don’t want them to get passed late or like Audrey today, fall back and miss the transfer because I’m like, I know how dejected they’re going to be and sad. And you don’t ever want to see your kid being dejected or sad. So, that’s where I get nervous.” (3:26 onwards)
Despite his own seasoned racing career, being trackside as a parent brings its own intensity. Kyle admitted that watching his children contend on the Tulsa clay surface brought a blend of anxiety and excitement that reminded him of racing for his own wins.
“So, it’s just really cool seeing them do better than I thought they would have this week, too. So, it’s been awesome.”
Kyle Larson’s Schedule Stays Packed
Kyle Larson’s recent months have left little room for pause. Since clinching his second NASCAR Cup Series championship, he has competed in dirt racing events from Placerville to the iconic Turkey Night, added a major High Limit International title win in Australia, and then made his return home for the Tulsa Shootout. With the family’s eventful week completed, his eyes now turn toward the upcoming Chili Bowl—already looking forward to the next challenge on the ever-demanding motorsport calendar.
The Tulsa Shootout, with its fierce competition and unique energy, showcased not only Kyle Larson’s enduring drive but also introduced racing fans to the ambitions of Audrey and Owen. Their performances serve as an early glimpse of the next generation, suggesting that the Larson legacy on the dirt and asphalt may just be beginning to unfold.
