Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson has again raised interest in a possible return to the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona, one of motorsports’ toughest endurance races.
Kyle Larson spoke about the topic during a recent appearance on the Dinner with Racers podcast, where he looked back on his experience at Daytona and explained why the event still matters to him. Larson last raced the Rolex 24 in 2016, but his comments confirmed that the door is not closed on another start if the right situation comes together.
Kyle Larson’s Past Success at Daytona
Kyle Larson’s history with the Rolex 24 began in 2014 and peaked in 2015. That year, he competed with Chip Ganassi Racing alongside Scott Dixon, Tony Kanaan, and Jamie McMurray. Driving a Riley-Ford prototype, the team dominated the race and completed 740 laps to earn the overall victory.
According to Joey Barnes of Motorsport.com, Larson explained that his interest in the race remains strong. “I think at this stage in my career, yeah, I’d do it again, said Kyle.” “I had fun those three years I did it. I didn’t want to keep doing it every year.”
Larson made three total Rolex 24 starts between 2014 and 2016. His overall win in 2015 remains one of the most notable crossover victories by a NASCAR driver in the modern IMSA era.
A Growing List of Commitments
Since his last Rolex 24 appearance, Kyle Larson’s schedule has become much fuller. He currently drives the No. 5 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports and has won NASCAR Cup Series championships in 2021 and 2025. He also competes regularly in dirt racing and co-owns the High Limit Sprint Car series.
Larson acknowledged that managing those responsibilities is harder now than it was earlier in his career. “The offseasons have only gotten busier, Larson said, according to Barnes.” “There are more races and stuff. I go to Australia now, Chili Bowl, and West Coast Midget races. It’s just a lot, and I kind of want time off. But it’s been so long since I ran it that you almost get to the point where you forget a little bit about it, right? And I just remember having a blast doing that race, so I just want to go there and relive it.”
Even with that workload, Larson said being away from the Rolex 24 for so long has made him think about it more. He noted that memories from his earlier starts, especially the enjoyment of the event, still stand out.
What a Return Would Require
While Larson remains open to returning, he made it clear that any entry would need to be competitive. In the same Motorsport.com report, Larson said, “I want to be in the best car.”
Family considerations also play a role. Larson noted that his oldest child was a newborn when he won the race in 2015, and he said being able to share the experience with his kids now would add to the appeal.
The 2026 Rolex 24 is scheduled for January 24–25 at Daytona International Speedway. IMSA is expected to once again feature strong fields across its top classes. For now, no plans have been announced, but Larson’s comments confirm that a return remains a realistic possibility under the right conditions.
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