The 2023 NASCAR Cup Series is just around the corner and the excitement is building. Obviously, the drivers will slowly get out of vacation mode and begin preparations for the new season. This includes the Hendrick Motorsports duo of 2021 champion, Kyle Larson and 2020 champion, Chase Elliott. Recently, the Red Hawk Casino announced The Apex Grand Opening event, where they are inaugurating a new go-kart track.

So the idea was for the Hendrick Motorsports stars to go head-to-head in a race on February 2nd. Larson wrote on Twitter, “Looking forward to coming back home and driving on the new go-kart track! If you’re in the area, stop by. I’ll be there until 7:30 pm”. Admittedly, Elliott has not responded to the announcement just yet but will be at the Cordele Speedway later this month. Of course, there will be plenty of time for the Larson-Elliott go-kart duel on the 2nd of February.

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The actual battle between Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson will start soon

Obviously, this is just an appetizer, and the main course will be arriving very soon. Admittedly, this little go-kart race comes, barely a couple of days before the Clash at the Coliseum on February 5th. Then, the proper season begins at the Daytona 500 on February 19th. Beyond that, it is just a matter of trying to reach the Playoffs and securing their position. Honestly speaking, this campaign will be tough, because there are other strong contenders for the title.

Furthermore, there are drivers who have shifted teams and are hungry to bring home some success. Larson and Elliott put up a decent fight last year, but now, everyone has had time to adjust to the Next Gen car. So, there is a strong possibility of being a no-holds-barred dogfight between all the top drivers.

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