The motorsports world is mourning the loss of longtime NASCAR star Kyle Busch after the two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion passed away Thursday at the age of 41.
According to statements released by NASCAR and Busch’s family, the veteran driver had recently been hospitalized due to a severe illness and was undergoing treatment. Earlier in the day, it had been announced that Busch would not compete during race weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Busch, a native of Las Vegas, Nevada, was widely regarded as one of the fiercest and most accomplished competitors of his generation. During his NASCAR Cup Series career, he captured championship titles in 2015 and 2019 and earned victories across multiple racing divisions.
At the time of his passing, Busch was competing for Richard Childress Racing after previously spending many successful years with Joe Gibbs Racing. His most recent Cup Series victory came in 2023.
In a public statement, NASCAR expressed sadness over Busch’s passing and extended condolences to his family, team members, and the racing community.
Fans across social media quickly began sharing memories, photos, and tributes honoring Busch’s impact on the sport and his decades-long racing career.
Additional details regarding memorial arrangements have not yet been released.