Tag: Kyle Busch

Cause of Death for Kyle Busch Revealed by Family

Brandon King

The cause of death for NASCAR star Kyle Busch has officially been revealed. According to statements released by Busch’s family on Saturday, the two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion died from severe pneumonia that developed into sepsis, ultimately leading to “rapid and overwhelming associated complications.” Busch was 41 years old. Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to an infection that causes your immune system to harm healthy tissues and organs. Common signs of sepsis includes: One of the common sites and types of infection that can be a path to sepsis are…

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Richard Childress Racing to Retire Iconic No. 8, Preserve Number for Brexton Busch

Brandon King

An iconic number in modern NASCAR is being put on hold for the next generation. Richard Childress Racing has announced that it will suspend use of the No. 8 Chevrolet beginning with the upcoming race weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Moving forward, the organization will instead campaign the No. 33, bringing an end — at least for now — to one of the most recognizable numbers in the garage. The decision is deeply tied to Kyle Busch, who helped transform the No. 8 into a modern NASCAR staple during his…

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NASCAR star Kyle Busch dies at 41

Brandon King

The motorsports world is mourning the loss of one of NASCAR’s most polarizing and accomplished figures, as two-time Cup Series champion Kyle Busch has reportedly died at the age of 41. News of Busch’s passing emerged Thursday, sending shockwaves throughout the racing community. According to reports, Busch had recently been battling a severe illness. NASCAR, Richard Childress Racing, and members of Busch’s family reportedly confirmed the heartbreaking news in a joint statement. One of the most successful drivers of his generation, Busch built a Hall of Fame-caliber career that spanned…

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NASCAR driver Kyle Busch and family escape Mall of America shooting

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From the Associated Press BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup series champion, and his family safely escaped the Mall of America in suburban Minneapolis after someone fired shots. Bloomington police, which said no one appeared to be injured, was still searching for a suspect after securing the scene shortly before 6 p.m. Thursday. The police said two groups at the mall got into an altercation at a store and one group left, but someone in that group fired three rounds. A video posted on Twitter shows Busch walking away from…

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Kyle Busch overwhelms field in getting 200th NASCAR win

Brandon King

Kyle Busch only needed a week to end the speculation around when he would pick up his 200th victory in a NASCAR national series. He won the Auto Club 400 in dominant fashion, leading 134 of the 200 laps and even overcame a speeding penalty on pit road. Joey Logano finished in second place, while Brad Keselowski earned third despite a slow start. This was Busch second consecutive Cup series victory making him the first driver in the 2019 season with more than one race victory. Auto Club 400: 2019…

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