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NASCAR mourns loss of Kyle Busch, 41, after sudden illness

The NASCAR community is in mourning after the sudden death of Kyle Busch, the two‑time Cup Series champion, who passed away at the age of 41 while receiving treatment for a severe illness. His family, the sport’s governing body and his longtime team confirmed the news, describing the loss as a profound shock to fans and fellow competitors alike.

May 22, 2026

Kyle Busch, NASCAR Icon, Dies at 41

Kyle Busch, a two‑time Cup Series champion and the all‑time winningest driver in NASCAR's three national series, passed away on Thursday evening at the age of 41. His death follows a recent hospitalization for a severe illness, and the news was confirmed by NASCAR in coordination with his family.

May 22, 2026

NASCAR mourns loss of two‑time champion Kyle Busch

Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion celebrated for his record‑breaking wins, died at 41 after a severe illness. His family, teammates and the sport’s leadership issued statements honoring his legacy.

May 21, 2026

NASCAR Champion Kyle Busch Dies at 41

Kyle Busch, a 41‑year‑old NASCAR driver, died after a brief hospitalization. He was scheduled to race at Charlotte Motor Speedway and is survived by his wife Samantha and their two children.

May 21, 2026

Kyle Busch Out of Charlotte Truck Race Amid Health Crisis

NASCAR’s CRAFTSMAN Truck Series will see a notable absence this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway, where veteran Kyle Busch will not take the wheel of the No. 7 Chevrolet after being hospitalized with a severe illness. Corey Day steps in, while a diverse field of talent including series leader Kaden Honeycutt, Connor Zilisch, Ross Chastain, and Shane van Gisbergen prepare for the race.

May 21, 2026

Kyle Busch hospitalized, out of Coca‑Cola 600

Two‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch was hospitalized this week after a severe illness, forcing him to miss the upcoming Coca‑Cola 600. His family, his team and the broader NASCAR community have expressed support and prayers for his recovery.

May 21, 2026

Shane van Gisbergen’s Playoff Hopes Revived by New NASCAR Scoring Rules

Despite finishing 25th in the 2025 regular‑season standings, Shane van Gisbergen could still qualify for the 2026 playoffs under the revised points format, which awards bonus points for wins. His four regular‑season victories have placed him in the provisional 16th spot, though oval performance remains a challenge. The upcoming Coca‑Cola 600 will be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video.

May 20, 2026

NASCAR fines and suspends No. 07 crew chief over lug nut violation

NASCAR imposed a $5,000 fine and a one‑race suspension on crew chief Cory Selig after discovering improperly installed lug nuts on the No. 07 SS‑GreenLight Racing entry, costing the team pit selection at the upcoming Charlotte Motor Speedway event.

May 20, 2026

Hocevar Skips Charlotte Truck Race as Series Lineup reshapes

With Carson Hocevar focusing on the upcoming Coca‑Cola 600, Spire Motorsports taps Connor Zilisch for the No. 77 truck while Shane van Gisbergen takes the wheel of the No. 71 entry. Kyle Busch is also slated to run his usual No. 7 truck.

May 20, 2026

Hamlin’s Praise Marks Busch’s Resurgence

Denny Hamlin's recent commendation of Kyle Busch reflects a dramatic turnaround for the driver, driven by Andy Street's technical guidance and a steadfast dedication to Richard Childress Racing.

May 20, 2026