The NASCAR Truck Series is set to honor the late Kyle Busch with a highly anticipated race at Nashville Superspeedway on Friday, May 29, at 8 p.m. Eastern, 7 p.m. Central. The event, which will be televised nationally on FOX Sports 1 and streamed via FUBO, marks a somber yet celebratory moment for the sport as it remembers the driver who passed away earlier this month from complications of pneumonia and sepsis.
Lineup Takes Shape
The starting order has already begun to crystallize, with Kaden Honeycutt earning the second spot on the grid. Jesse Love, making a rare appearance in the Truck Series for Spire Motorsports, will line up third, while Rajah Caruth, the defending race winner, is slated to start 25th. The No. 7 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet, originally reserved for Busch, now carries the tribute livery.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
Fans can catch the action live on FOX Sports 1, with a simultaneous stream available through FUBO, which is offering a free trial for new users. The broadcast promises extensive coverage, including pre‑race analysis and post‑race interviews, ensuring that viewers across the country can follow every lap.
Race Structure
The competition will run 150 laps, covering a total distance of 199.5 miles, and will be divided into three stages of 45, 50 and 55 laps respectively. This format not only tests driver endurance but also offers multiple opportunities for stage points, adding an extra layer of strategy to the event.
Beyond the headline act, the field boasts a deep roster of talent, featuring names such as Christian Eckes, Ben Rhodes, Brandon Jones, William Sawalich, Tanner Gray, Daniel Hemric, Jake Garcia, Corey Lajoie, Stefan Parsons, Tyler Reif, Justin Haley, Grant Enfinger, Tyler Ankrum, Parker Retzlaff, Andres Perez de Lara, Carson Ferguson, Ross Chastain, Chandler Smith, Dawson Sutton, Stewart Friesen, Frankie Muniz, Ty Majeski, Spencer Boyd, Cole Butcher, Clayton Green, Caleb Costner, Toni Breidinger, Jonathan Shafer and Daniel Dye. Their participation underscores the competitive depth of the series as it pays homage to Busch.