Kyle Busch, Two‑Time NASCAR Champion, Dies After Sepsis Battle
NASCAR mourns the passing of two‑time Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, who succumbed to complications from a severe sinus infection that progressed into pneumonia and sepsis.
May 28, 2026
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NASCAR Suspends 23XI Racing Executive Evanna Howell After Golf Cart Assault
NASCAR announced an indefinite suspension for Evanna Daneen Howell, senior account manager at 23XI Racing, after she allegedly used a golf cart to assault a 77‑year‑old spectator at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The case has drawn criminal charges, a $125,000 bond, and public scrutiny of the sport’s governance.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR indefinitely suspends senior account manager after assault allegation
A senior account manager for 23XI Racing was arrested and charged after a video‑recorded assault on an elderly fan using a golf cart at Charlotte Motor Speedway. NASCAR has placed her on indefinite suspension, while the team’s co‑owners, Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin, have yet to comment.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Suspends Senior Manager After Golf Cart Assault at Charlotte Motor Speedway
NASCAR has indefinitely suspended Evanna Daneen Howell, a senior account manager for 23XI Racing, after she was accused of using a golf cart to assault a 77‑year‑old fan at Charlotte Motor Speedway. She was arrested, charged with assault, held on a $125,000 bond, and has retained attorney Harold Cogdell Jr. Both the team and the sanctioning body have declined to comment.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Mourns Loss of Kyle Busch, Removes Him from 2026 Points Standings
Veteran driver Kyle Busch died at 41 from pneumonia and sepsis; NASCAR removed him from the 2026 Cup Series standings after consultations with his team.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR to Host 2026 Multi‑Series Weekend at Nashville Superspeedway
NASCAR has confirmed a May 2026 race weekend at Nashville Superspeedway, featuring practice, qualifying and races across three days, with coverage on FS1, Prime Video, HBO Max and PRN, and point standings already shaping the playoff picture.
May 28, 2026
Kyle Busch’s Attorney Dismisses Insurance Rumors After $8.5 Million Settlement
Attorney Robert Rikard addresses false narratives about Kyle Busch's life‑insurance coverage, details the $8.5 million settlement with Pacific Life Insurance, and explains the family's move to better protection after Busch's death.
May 28, 2026
Prime Video’s NASCAR Viewership Hits Record Highs Amid Strong Demographics
Prime Video announced its largest NASCAR Cup Series audience ever for the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, with key demographic gains and record-breaking engagement across ancillary shows.
May 28, 2026
Prime Video’s Record NASCAR Viewership Highlights Strong Audience Growth
Prime Video posted its highest-ever NASCAR Cup Series ratings for the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte, reaching 3.06 million average viewers and attracting a markedly younger audience.
May 28, 2026
Prime Video Sets Record-Breaking Viewership with Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte
Prime Video's coverage of the Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway achieved the highest audience ever recorded for a NASCAR Cup Series event, with notable demographic growth and strong performance across supporting series.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch Dies After Battle with Sepsis
Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died on May 21 at age 41 after a bacterial pneumonia progressed to sepsis. His last race win occurred at Dover on May 15, and his final days were marked by a sudden decline that led to hospitalization and cremation in Mooresville, North Carolina.
May 28, 2026
Pennsylvania Man Charged in VIN Fraud Involving NASCAR Truck Masquerading as Street‑Legal Chevy S‑10
A Pennsylvania defendant faces felony charges after investigators say he altered a former NASCAR race truck’s VIN to pass it off as a street‑legal Chevrolet S‑10, a scheme that culminated in a $10,000 auction sale and a sweeping indictment.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR suspends senior account manager Evanna Howell after assault charge
Evanna Howell, a senior account manager at 23XI Racing, was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly using a golf cart to injure a 77‑year‑old man at Charlotte Motor Speedway. NASCAR has responded with an indefinite suspension as she awaits a June court date.
May 28, 2026
Nashville Superspeedway: The Concrete Test That Shapes Modern NASCAR
Located just outside Nashville, the 1.33‑mile concrete oval of Nashville Superspeedway blends Southern tradition with racing intensity, offering a demanding experience that has reshaped the sport's calendar.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Suspends Account Manager Evanna Howell After Assault Incident at Charlotte Motor Speedway
NASCAR acted swiftly after Evanna Howell was arrested for felony assault, posting bond and facing a court date while the series grapples with the fallout.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR employee charged after golf‑cart assault at Charlotte Motor Speedway
A 35‑year‑old staff member of 23XI Racing was arrested after a collision involving a 77‑year‑old fan, leading to charges of assault with a deadly weapon and a pending court date.
May 28, 2026
Kyle Busch’s Attorney Refutes Insurance Claims After Sudden Death
Attorney Robert Rikard clarified that the Busch family secured new life‑insurance protection, while remembering Kyle Busch’s legacy and the circumstances of his death.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Suspends Senior Account Manager Evanna Howell After Golf Cart Assault
A senior account manager for 23XI Racing was arrested after allegedly striking a 77‑year‑old fan with a golf cart at Charlotte Motor Speedway, leading to an indefinite NASCAR suspension and ongoing investigation.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Suspends 23XI Racing Executive After Golf Cart Assault
The sanctioning body acted swiftly after Howell was arrested and charged, raising questions about safety protocols and corporate oversight within the sport.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Suspends Senior Account Manager Evanna Howell After Golf Cart Assault
NASCAR indefinitely suspended Evanna Howell, a senior account manager for 23XI Racing, after she allegedly struck a 77‑year‑old man with a golf cart at Charlotte Motor Speedway, causing serious injury.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Team Manager Arrested After Golf Cart Incident at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Senior 23XI Racing manager Evanna Howell was arrested after allegedly striking a 77‑year‑old spectator with a golf cart at Charlotte Motor Speedway, posting a $125,000 bond, and being indefinitely suspended by NASCAR pending legal proceedings.
May 28, 2026
NASCAR Hands Down Penalties After Charlotte Motor Speedway Weekend
NASCAR announced suspensions and fines following a race weekend at Charlotte, targeting crew actions, improper equipment and a high‑profile crash.
May 28, 2026
Pennsylvania Man Charged in NASCAR Truck VIN Fraud Scheme
Authorities say the suspect installed a stolen VIN to title the vehicle and advertise it for sale, facing nine criminal counts including fraud and tampering with public records.
May 28, 2026
Kyle Busch’s Final Plans with Dale Earnhardt Jr. Revealed in New Text Exchange
Dale Earnhardt Jr. shared the last text he sent Kyle Busch, revealing a race that never happened and the deepening friendship that followed.
May 28, 2026