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Larson: Cliff Daniels Key to Championship
Kyle Larson says Cliff Daniels is essential for championship success.
In brief
Kyle Larson says Cliff Daniels is essential for championship success. Kyle Larson credits crew chief Cliff Daniels with keeping his Hendrick Motorsports team competitive through three championships despite varying race conditions. Originally reported by EssentiallySports.
Larson's Championship Claim
Kyle Larson states Cliff Daniels is essential for championship success.
“i truly, truly believe that you could give me the same race cars i've had every year that i've had at hendrick motorsports, but without cliff i would not have a single championship”
Daniels' Role Since 2021
Daniels has been Larson's crew chief since 2021, winning three championships and 29 races together.
2021 Championship Success
Larson won 10 races in 2021, led 2,581 laps, and secured the championship at phoenix.
2025 Championship Strategy
Daniels made a critical tire call in phoenix that secured the championship despite slow pace.
2026 Resilience Challenge
Larson went 51 races without a win before securing the championship at homestead.
Championship Impact
Daniels' leadership helped Larson win three championships through different race conditions.
The main idea
Kyle Larson credits crew chief Cliff Daniels with keeping his Hendrick Motorsports team competitive through three championships despite varying race conditions.
