Kyle Larson's NASCAR Daytona 500 sponsor revealed
His team owner's company will sponsor the car
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Kyle Larson’s return to NASCAR racing with Hendrick Motorsports will be sponsored by Hendrick-owned NationsGuard.
(Hendrick Motorspors)
NationsGuard provides a platform for car dealers to set up their own warranty companies and is owned by Hendrick Automotive Group, which also operates a portfolio of 95 dealerships across the country.
(Hendrick Motorsports)
Larson joined Hendrick after returning from a suspension for using a racial slur during an online simulation race that led to his firing by Chip Ganassi Racing, raising questions about his ability to attract sponsors.
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NationsGuard is the first sponsor to be announced for Larson’s #5 Chevrolet, and will also be onboard for the following Cup Series races on Daytona International Speedway’s road course and at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
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Larson recently won his second-straight Chili Bowl midget car sprint racing event ahead of the start of the NASCAR season.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The Daytona 500 will be broadcast on Fox on Sunday, Feb. 14 at 2:30 pm EST