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'We’ve Made $50 Million!' Kyle Busch Exposes Massive Drop in Earning Potential of Current Cup Drivers

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 14

Kyle Busch says he was 'very close' to running Indianapolis 500 in recent years

Kyle Busch is undoubtedly one of the best race drivers of the 21st century, but one accomplishment noticeably missing from his career is a start in the Indianapolis 500.

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NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 11

Sonoma Flashback: Kurt Busch Delivers One of the Gutsiest Performances of His NASCAR Career in 2012

Kurt Busch had several great highlights in his career. He won 34 Cup races, won the 2004 NASCAR Cup championship, and finished fourth in 2009. It’s no wonder he’ll be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame next January.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 10

Kurt Busch Reflects on a Storied NASCAR Career—And the One Regret That Sticks With Him to This Day

Kurt Busch will be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame next January. He’s definitely deserving of it, having won the 2004 NASCAR Cup championship and 34 Cup races before his career was cut short due to a serious concussion.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 9

How Did Kyle Busch Start His Racing Career Before NASCAR?

Although Kyle Busch has hit a rough patch over the past two seasons, his résumé still towers above that of any other active driver. Despite going winless since 2022, his career tally of 63 Cup Series wins is imposing.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 3

Kurt Busch Reflects on a Sponsor Reprimand and How NASCAR Transformed as a Result of Corporate America

The characters that NASCAR drivers display today on and off the track are largely dictated by their sponsors. They are expected to walk in a straight line and not act in a way that would be detrimental to the public image of the companies that are backing them financially.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 3

Kurt Busch Looks Back on His 'Second-Best Chance' to Win a NASCAR Cup Championship With Tony Stewart

Kurt Busch was like a tornado early in his NASCAR career. The Las Vegas native was racing Legends cars at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Bullring in 1999, and a year later, after several months in the Truck Series — he’d win four times and finish second in the championship — Busch would also make his Cup debut in 2000.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 2

'They Hated the Young Guys Coming In': Kurt Busch Breaks Down His Multi-Generational Appeal Among NASCAR Fans

Kurt Busch will be officially inducted into the Hall of Fame on January 23, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The time between now and then ought to be spent celebrating the icon he is.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / July 2

Kurt Busch Reveals What Michael Jordan Exactly Said When Hiring Him As a Driver for 23XI Racing

Although he is not a NASCAR Cup driver anymore, Kurt Busch’s achievements are no less than those of any legendary driver — a Cup Series championship (2004) and a Daytona 500 win, among others.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / June 26

‘It Was Black and White’: Kurt Busch Reflects on Winning the Daytona 500 After 16 Tries at NASCAR’s Crown Jewel

It took the late Dale Earnhardt 20 tries before he finally won NASCAR’s biggest prize, the Daytona 500, in 1998. Kurt Busch could empathize with Earnhardt as it took him 17 tries before he finally won the 500 in 2017.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / June 25

'We Didn’t Have A Lot of Money': Kurt Busch Looks Back on Jack Roush’s Huge Role in Kickstarting NASCAR Career

With one Cup Series championship and 34 Cup wins across 776 starts, Kurt Busch cemented a NASCAR legacy of his own. Alongside his Cup accomplishments, he claimed the IROC title, a Daytona 500 triumph, and a Coca-Cola 600 victory.

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / June 22

Kurt Busch Comment Unexpectedly Sparks Chorus of Boos From Pocono Crowd

Kurt Busch and his fans will never forget Pocono Raceway. There are good memories from the 2.5-mile Pennsylvania track, including three wins in 2005, 2007 and 2016. But there’s a really bad one that happened on July 23, 2022.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / June 15

Kyle and Kurt Busch honor their dad Tom on Father’s Day: ‘Three winning generations’

Happy Father’s Day to all you race fans out there who get to wear the title of “Dad.” Hopefully, you’re ready for racing! Earlier today, Kyle and Kurt Busch gave their respects to their father, Tom.

NASCAR News / The SportsRush / June 14

'They Didn’t Like Me': Kurt Busch Details His Situation to Put Carson Hocevar Criticism Into Perspective

Carson Hocevar has been in the limelight for the past several weeks. His over-aggressive racing style, while entertaining, hasn’t been appreciated by a lot of quarters.

NASCAR News / FirstSportz / May 29

'We Had a Chance to Earn Some Integrity!' Tommy Baldwin Exposes Reason for Not Voting for Kurt Busch in Hall of Fame Ballot

2004 Cup Series champion Kurt Busch will be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026. The 46-year-old’s name delighted drivers and fans alike.

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NASCAR News / Racing America on SI / May 21

Kurt Busch Always Had Talent, Learned Respect on Path to Hall of Fame

There aren't many drivers who have driven in the NASCAR Cup Series ranks that have come into the series with as much raw talent as Kurt Busch, who was elected into the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2026 alongside Harry Gant and Ray Hendrick on Tuesday evening.

NASCAR News / FirstSportz / May 21

'He May Have Been the Biggest Jerk at Times!' NASCAR Insider Casts Doubts on Kurt Busch’s First Ballot HOF entry

The voting for NASCAR’s 2026 class for the Hall of Fame will be taking place in the coming weeks. Amongst many notable drivers in contention is Kurt Busch, who has appeared in contention for the first time since he exited in 2023.

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / May 20

Kurt Busch, Harry Gant, Ray Hendrick voted to NASCAR Hall in ‘26

The NASCAR Hall of Fame will induct Kurt Busch, Harry Gant and Ray Hendrick in the Class of 2026, the hall announced Tuesday. Busch and Gant were selected from the Modern Era Ballot, each garnering 61 percent of the vote.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / May 20