Kevin Harvick Predicts Byron to Seize Victory in Cup Race

Harvick's Surprising Pick

Kevin Harvick backs William Byron over Kyle Larson for the 2024 NASCAR All-Star Race, citing Byron's testing advantage

Deep Track Insight

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Expert Race Projections

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Diverse Analyst Perspectives

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Larson's Strategic Shift

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Harvick's Stand-In Role

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Implications for Season

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Byron's Rising Profile

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Strategic Intrigue

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Shifting Priorities

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