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Owner Richard Childress pays tribute to Kyle Busch, comparing his loss to that of Dale Earnhardt, and urges the sport to honor Busch with a swift Hall of Fame induction while safeguarding his car number for his son.
Richard Childress grapples with the sudden death of Kyle Busch, promises to keep his number for his son Brexton, and compares the loss to that of Dale Earnhardt Sr., while the sport prepares to fill the vacant seat.
NASCAR driver Daniel Suárez visited SASHA Farm in Manchester, Michigan, to interact with nearly 200 rescued animals before his qualifying race at the Michigan International Speedway.
Richard Childress had intended to reveal Kyle Busch’s return to his racing team in 2027, but the driver’s sudden death on May 21 forced a shift from celebration to remembrance. Childress now plans to reserve the No. 8 car for Busch’s son and calls for immediate Hall of Fame induction.
Ty Majeski will lead the field at Michigan International Speedway after posting a 39.257‑second lap, while Ben Rhodes starts from the back due to fuel‑pressure issues. Full starting lineup and practice results are outlined below.
In a heartfelt interview, Richard Childress honors his late friend Kyle Busch, announces Austin Hill as the new driver of the No. 33 car, and looks ahead to a season shaped by memory and ambition.
Following Kyle Busch’s sudden death from pneumonia and sepsis, his widow Samantha and their children expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans, teammates and the broader NASCAR community.
At a press conference held at Michigan International Speedway, Richard Childress confirmed Kyle Busch’s multi‑year contract extension through 2027, discussed the team’s championship ambitions, and outlined plans to preserve the iconic No. 8 car for the driver’s son.
At a press conference held at Michigan International Speedway, Richard Childress unveiled a multi‑year agreement that secures Kyle Busch’s future with RCR through 2027, while reflecting on the driver’s indelible impact on the sport.
Austin Hill assumes the No. 33 Chevrolet for the remainder of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season following Kyle Busch’s death, as the team honors the late driver’s legacy and prepares for a new chapter.
Garrett Lowe became the first American to secure pole position in the V8GP class, while Thomas Dombrowski claimed his maiden pole in OPEN, setting the stage for a thrilling weekend at Brands Hatch.
After Kyle Busch’s death, Austin Hill will drive the No. 33 Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing through the rest of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series, a move that honors Busch’s legacy while giving Hill a full‑time opportunity.
The schedule and broadcast information for the upcoming NASCAR races at Michigan International Speedway have been released, including pit stall assignments for the Cup and Truck Series.
Ty Majeski secured pole position with a 39.257‑second lap, while Christopher Bell qualified second and Layne Riggs will start fourth after a hold, setting the stage for a 125‑lap showdown on June 6 at Michigan International Speedway.
Despite a dominant Xfinity pedigree, rookie Connor Zilisch is grappling with reliability issues and a winless start in the Cup Series, prompting veteran drivers to voice concerns while the team works to turn the tide.
From his rookie triumph to his final Truck Series victory, Kyle Busch’s career at Michigan is marked by fierce battles, historic wins, and an indelible impact on the next generation of NASCAR stars.
A single non‑chartered Chevrolet will compete at Michigan, while the No. 66 Ford and No. 67 Toyota prepare for different schedules, including a street‑course race in San Diego.
MBM Motorsports will not field a car at Michigan International Speedway this weekend, marking the latest gap in a calendar that includes just six planned 2026 appearances and unconfirmed driver selections.
Carson Hocevar, Bubba Wallace and Zane Smith are among the drivers generating buzz as the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Michigan International Speedway for the FireKeepers Casino 400, with recent performances suggesting they could break into the top tier.
Layne Riggs leads the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series after consecutive victories and aims for a third straight win at Michigan International Speedway in the DQS Solutions and Staffing 250, a race that will shape championship positioning before The Chase.
Fanatics Casino will sponsor J.J. Yeley’s No. 44 Chevrolet in the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway, extending a partnership that debuted last year and will also be on display at Chicagoland Speedway in July.
A single timed lap, a revised metric and a refreshed driver roster define the weekend's action.
After a 12‑race absence, J.J. Yeley is set to race the No. 44 Chevrolet for NY Racing Team at Michigan International Speedway, broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video on June 7.
The 2026 FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway will feature a showdown between the current favorite Denny Hamlin and a model‑backed push toward Ryan Blaney, with a high‑risk longshot also in the mix.