In his first interview since being sacked by Chip Ganassi Racing on April 15 for using the N-word in a virtual race, he highlighted his ignorance in using the slur and stated that he has taken measures to educate himself. "I was simply uninformed." said Larson. Larson also commented on how he has been receiving support from all corners of the racing world. "It's amazing to see everyone come together like this after something so ugly," he said. "I just want to thank everyone for their messages of support. This means a lot to me." He added that he is looking forward to getting back behind the wheel of a car soon. "Right now I'm just trying to take it one day at a time," Larson said. "But I know I'll be back behind the wheel very soon." Larson was suspended by Nascar for two races for his comments during an online game called "Race Day Heroes". He was fired a week later after another incident where he used the n-word during a radio conversation with fellow driver Martin Truex Jr. Nascar has a strict policy against racism and other discriminatory practices. Kyle Larson has been praised for his apology but also criticized for not knowing what the word "nigger" actually means.