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Las Vegas Moves to Immortalize Late Kyle Busch and Brother Kurt With Touching Tribute to Hometown Icon

What would be the ideal way to celebrate the late Kyle Busch’s racing legacy? Some fans felt it should be a Hall of Fame recognition, while others wanted a race or an event named in his honor.

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / September 10

Kyle Larson to honor Kyle Busch with special paint job

Kyle Larson will be rolling out a throwback paint job to honor the late Kyle Busch for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Oct. 4.

NASCAR News / EasySportz / September 10

NASCAR Fans Are About to See Something They Haven’t Seen in a Long Time

Kyle Busch fans have a pretty good reason to tune in this weekend. Two of NASCAR’s biggest stars are paying tribute to one of its biggest personalities.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / September 10

Kyle Busch’s Hometown Legacy is Set to Become Impossible to Miss at Las Vegas

Always the villain while he was on track, winning more races than any other driver in NASCAR history, Kyle Busch is set to receive an honor as one of the true heroes of the sport.

NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Clark County Considers Major Move to Keep Late Kyle Busch’s Legacy Alive

Kyle Busch’s legacy could soon become a permanent part of Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Clark County is set to consider a proposal to formally name private drive aisles at the speedway after Busch and his brother, Kurt, according to NBC News’ Vegas station KSNV News 3.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / September 9

Christopher Bell Echoes Kyle Busch’s Final Words After Cementing Darlington Legacy

The Joe Gibbs Racing drivers have run absolute riot throughout the regular season, establishing massive momentum heading into the playoffs. Now that the 2026 Chase has officially begun, Christopher Bell has finally joined the winner’s circle at the perfect time.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 31

'Don’t Like the Word Widow'- Son Brexton’s Touching Gesture Helps Samantha Busch Navigate Grief of Painful Label

Samantha Busch has been sharing glimpses of life after the loss of her husband, NASCAR champion Kyle Busch, through heartfelt social media posts. Her updates have captured the difficult reality of rebuilding an ordinary life without the person who shared it with her.

How Tom Cruise paid tribute to NASCAR legend Kyle Busch at Daytona during Days Of Thunder 2 promo

Hollywood legend Tom Cruise paid an emotional tribute to NASCAR icon Kyle Busch, who passed away in May this year after battling a severe case of bacterial pneumonia that led to sepsis.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 28

'Born From One of the Hardest Chapters' – Samantha Busch Vows to Continue Family Legacy After Heartfelt Kyle Busch Honor

The third annual Willow Gala brought together athletes, supporters, community leaders and families at Skylight at The Refinery in New York City on Monday, August 24.

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 27

'There’s Two Birth Certificates': 3X Cup Champ Confesses Getting Caught Lying About His Age

The late great Kyle Busch once went to extraordinary lengths to take part in a race before he was legally old enough, forging his birth certificate to get around the restrictions in place.

NASCAR News / Total Pro Sports / August 26

Samantha Busch Shares Painful Admission in First Public Speech After Kyle Busch’s Death

Samantha Busch spoke in public for the first time since her husband’s death. The widow of NASCAR star Kyle Busch accepted an award this week in New York.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 24

Why Richard Childress Racing is making a mistake by promoting Austin Hill

Austin Hill was put in a near-impossible situation after the death of Kyle Busch in May, stepping into the Richard Childress Racing NASCAR Cup Series entry that was piloted by Busch.

After rainy start, sun shines through as Ryan Blaney wins NASCAR Cup race at New Hampshire

Denny Hamlin clinches No. 1 Chase seed, NASCAR Chase field almost set after Loudon

NASCAR Dollar Tree 301 takeaways: Ryan Blaney overcomes pit road setback for New Hampshire win

Layne Riggs wins NASCAR Truck Series race at New Hampshire; Tyler Ankrum hangs onto final Chase spot

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NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / August 24

Kurt Busch Breaks Down Crying Remembering His Final Words to Kyle Busch

Kurt Busch has revealed the final moments he shared with Kyle Busch, his younger brother, before his death. In an emotional interview with TODAY on Aug.

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NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 22

Kyle Busch’s Final Racing Wish Comes to Life Without Him in Bittersweet Night at the Madhouse

The inaugural Kyle Busch Invitational turned Bowman Gray Stadium into a celebration of Rowdy’s love for grassroots racing on August 21. The late NASCAR champion had envisioned an event like this long before his death, and now his family, young racers, and fans brought that vision to life.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 21

'It just wasn't fair': Kurt Busch remembers the day brother Kyle Busch died

The racing world was shocked to learn of the death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch on May 21 from what was later learned to be pneumonia that progressed into sepsis.

Kyle Busch planned to race with son Brexton in NASCAR before his death

NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / August 20

'No One’s Getting in My Car Unless I’m Dead' – Bubba Wallace’s Chilling Admission After Kyle Busch’s Death

Kyle Busch’s death on May 21, 2026 was a grim reminder of the risks the drivers take to pursue their racing dreams. Yet, for all the risks involved, it is the only time that they truly feel alive, and that is the feeling they keep chasing.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 20

Kyle Busch planned to race with son Brexton before his death

Kyle Busch planned to race with son Brexton in NASCAR before his death, make history in the process

Family is as intrinsic to the story of NASCAR racing as moonshine and the beaches of Daytona.

Aug. 18 to honor life, legacy of Kyle Busch

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / August 18

Aug. 18 to honor life, legacy of Kyle Busch

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- On what certainly feels a fitting date to celebrate Kyle Busch's impact on NASCAR, today -- 8.18 a nod to Busch's famed car numbers

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 13

Kyle Busch's iconic M&M'S paint scheme returning at Bristol

No driver is more synonymous with the bright, candy-clad livery than Busch, who tragically died on May 21 at the age of 41.

Austin Dillon reveals biggest difference at RCR since Kyle Busch's death

Richard Boswell: Richard Childress Racing needs 'to do everything better'

William Byron optimistic ahead of Richmond despite poor 2026 season

As Ty Gibbs wins NASCAR Cup races, mom Heather tries to stay off the radio

NASCAR said it would make up a penalty for Denny Hamlin at Iowa

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 12

Richard Boswell: Richard Childress Racing needs 'to do everything better'

Crew chief Richard Boswell had a blunt answer when asked about his approach to the final 13 races of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season.

Austin Dillon reveals biggest difference at RCR since Kyle Busch's death

NASCAR said it would make up a penalty for Denny Hamlin at Iowa

Kyle Larson is again a victim of NASCAR's championship hangover

Before consecutive wins, Carson Kvapil feared NASCAR career would soon be 'game over'

The 'NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 winners' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / August 12

Austin Dillon reveals biggest difference at RCR since Kyle Busch's death

As harsh a reality as it was, the world, including the NASCAR garage, somehow kept turning after the shocking death of Kyle Busch on May 21.

Richard Boswell: Richard Childress Racing needs 'to do everything better'

Kyle Petty calls out Christopher Bell amid flood of runner-up finishes

NASCAR said it would make up a penalty for Denny Hamlin at Iowa

Tyler Allen reveals why No. 54 didn't team have brake issues at Iowa

Kyle Larson is again a victim of NASCAR's championship hangover

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 19

Brexton Busch honors late father Kyle after winning first race since his death

On Saturday, Brexton Busch won his first race since the passing of his father, NASCAR champion Kyle Busch, who died on May 21 after pneumonia progressed into sepsis.

Joey Logano wins NASCAR Cup race at North Wilkesboro

Shane van Gisbergen turns in best oval performance of career

Ryan Blaney finishes 11th in missed opportunity at North Wilkesboro

Bubba Wallace rebounds with sixth-place run at North Wilkesboro

What the Cup Series Chase bubble looks like after North Wilkesboro

NASCAR Window World 450 takeaways

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 8

Chase Elliott running a NASCAR Truck Series race that was on Kyle Busch's schedule

Chase Elliott will compete in the July 18 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway behind the wheel of the No. 7 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet, driving a truck that was originally set to be driven by the late Kyle Busch.

NASCAR makes major decision on penalties after Chicagoland

Toyota's dominance, Chevy, Ford's struggles show how NASCAR ebbs and flows

What the NASCAR Cup Series Chase bubble looks like after Chicagoland

NASCAR needs consistency to take precedence on penalty decisions

Kelley Earnhardt Miller reveals why JR Motorsports didn't buy a NASCAR charter

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 10

Samantha Busch reveals promise made to Kyle: 'We race on'

Samantha Busch made a promise to her husband, NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, as he lay in the hospital before his tragic death on May 21.

Denny Hamlin ties Kyle Busch on NASCAR's all-time wins list

Emotional Denny Hamlin wins NASCAR Cup race at Michigan, honors Kyle Busch

Richard Childress confirms who will drive Kyle Busch's former car for remainder of 2026

Richard Childress reveals last conversation with Kyle Busch

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 7

Emotional Hamlin wins NASCAR Cup race at Michigan, honors Busch

Emotional Denny Hamlin wins NASCAR Cup race at Michigan, honors Kyle Busch

For the second straight week, Hamlin came from last to first to win a NASCAR Cup Series race.

Hamlin ties Busch on NASCAR's all-time wins list

Hamlin made two huge statements with Michigan win

Tyler Reddick laments Michigan crash: 'Race I feel like we could've won'

Michigan natives come up just shy of FireKeepers Casino 400 win

Strong Michigan run, season-best finish provide boost for Bubba Wallace

NASCAR FireKeepers Casino 400 takeaways

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 5

Samantha Busch thanks NASCAR fans 'for loving Kyle'

On Friday, Samantha Busch released a statement in a social media post thanking NASCAR fans for their support of her husband and the Busch family.

Former crew chief reveals favorite Kyle Busch memory: 'There was just no quit in him that day'

Denny Hamlin never thought he would catch Busch on NASCAR's wins list

Busch's story still had another chapter remaining

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 4

Former crew chief reveals favorite Kyle Busch memory: 'There was just no quit in him that day'

Adam Stevens won two NASCAR Cup Series championships and 28 races while serving as Kyle Busch's crew chief, but his favorite memory of the late driver came in one of NASCAR's most iconic finishes.

Denny Hamlin never thought he would catch Busch on NASCAR's wins list

Busch's story still had another chapter remaining

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / May 29

Kyle Busch's story still had another chapter remaining

One week removed from the shocking, tragic death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, it's still difficult to imagine that the NASCAR Cup Series field will race Sunday at Nashville Superspeedway without him.

Daniel Suarez had touching tribute for Busch after winning Coca-Cola 600

Brad Keselowski: NASCAR 'won't be the same' without Busch

Busch once told Joe Gibbs his cars sucked after finishing second