Racing Legends: Stewart’s View on Larson and Verstappen’s Talents

Ever since Kyle Larson joined the Indy 500, there's been a big debate about who's the world's best driver. While many Americans back Larson, Europeans stand by F1 superstar Max Verstappen. But what does racing legend Tony Stewart think? He believes both drivers are incredibly talented and could succeed in different types of racing. Stewart recently shared his thoughts on Kevin Harvick's podcast. Stewart thinks Verstappen could be competitive in a Cup car, even though it might take some time for him to adjust. He's seen how well F1 drivers can adapt, like when Kevin Magnussen raced a dirt track sprint car. Stewart believes that pure race car drivers, like Larson, can figure out any type of car. He's a fan of Larson's versatility and loves watching him race, whether it's in a Go-Kart, Cup car, Sprint car, or IndyCar. Stewart thinks Larson is a once-in-a-lifetime talent. Larson's first attempt at racing both the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 in one day didn't go as planned. Bad weather and a pit road error cost him a chance to win. But Stewart is glad Larson will get another shot at redemption in 2025. He's excited to see Larson race again and can't wait to watch his unique driving style.