Kyle Busch’s Death Still Hangs over NASCAR as San Diego Weekend Nears

Kyle Busch’s death still hangs over NASCAR as San Diego Weekend nears

This has not been an easy time for NASCAR. The death of Kyle Busch four weeks ago is still affecting drivers and the entire sport. “What happened was shocking beyond belief,” two-time and defending NASCAR champion Kyle Larson said Monday ahead of this weekend’s races at Naval Base Coronado. “I can’t speak for everybody, but for myself, Kyle’s death is still on my mind. It’s hard to believe he’s not here anymore.” Larson is far from the only driv…

“Now You Care About Who He Was As A Person?”: Tony Stewart Unloads on the People Who Ignored the Real Kyle Busch

He didn’t mince his words, that’s for sure. On May 21st, 2026, NASCAR legend Kyle Busch sadly passed away at the age of 41 due to pneumonia that progressed into sepsis. It was very sudden, and in the short time since his death, tons of tributes from fans and drivers have poured in. He left behind his wife, Samantha, and two children, Brexton (11) and Lennix (4), as well as his parents and fellow race car driver in his brother, Kurt Busch. It’s j…