Kyle Busch, a Las Vegas native and two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died Thursday at 41.
Here is what NASCAR media and observers are saying about Busch, who won more races than any driver across NASCAR’s three national series.
NASCAR (@NASCAR)
We are saddened and heartbroken to share the news of the passing of Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup champion and one of our sport’s greatest and fiercest drivers. He was 41 years old. We extend our deepest condolences to the Busch family, Richard Childress Racing and the entire motorsports community.
We are saddened and heartbroken to share the news of the passing of Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup champion and one of our sport's greatest and fiercest drivers. He was 41 years old.
We extend our deepest condolences to the Busch family, Richard Childress Racing and the entire… pic.twitter.com/FARIF6OKrw
— NASCAR (@NASCAR) May 21, 2026
Denny Hamlin (@dennyhamlin)
Absolutely cannot comprehend this news. We just need to think of his family during this time. We love you KB.
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. (@StenhouseJr)
There aren’t really words for today. I’ve raced against Kyle for a long time, and anyone who’s lined up next to him knows exactly what made him special, he gave you everything he had, every single lap, and he made all of us better for it.
But more than the wins and the records, I keep thinking about Samantha, Brexton, and Lennix, and the entire Busch family right now. That’s where my heart is.
Rest easy, Rowdy. The sport won’t be the same without you.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr)
Kyle and I had a really challenging existence for many years. But we luckily took the time to figure out our differences and that was something he instigated with a conversation in his bus around how we each managed our racing teams. I was super eager for us to get on better…
— Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr) May 21, 2026
Brad Keselowski (@keselowski)
Absolute shock. Very hard to process. Hug your loved ones
Clint Bowyer (@ClintBowyer)
I just talked to him Friday. In complete shock, as we all are. The devastation and sadness is beyond words. Praying for Samantha, Brexton, Lennix, his entire family and loved ones…
Rick Hendrick, owner of Hendrick Motorsports @TeamHendrick
“This is an incredibly painful shock for all of us and a heartbreaking loss for the NASCAR family. Kyle was one of the most talented drivers I’ve ever seen and a racer in the truest sense of the word. He had a fire and competitive spirit that drove him to be great. I watched Kyle… pic.twitter.com/4ZbPlsOBpL
— Hendrick Motorsports (@TeamHendrick) May 21, 2026
Formula 1 (@F1)
A true competitor and champion
Our condolences to Kyle’s family, friends, and the entire NASCAR community
Cincinnati Reds (@Reds)
We are saddened to learn of the passing of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch. We were fortunate to spend time with him at our complex in Arizona. Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, fans and the entire racing community.
We are saddened to learn of the passing of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch. We were fortunate to spend time with him at our complex in Arizona. Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, fans and the entire racing community. pic.twitter.com/z2zvr2GjxK
— Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) May 21, 2026
Charlotte FC (@CharlotteFC)
Everyone at Charlotte FC sends their deepest condolences to the Busch family, Richard Childress Racing and the entire motorsports community following the tragic loss of Kyle Busch
Dave Portnoy (@stoolpresidente)
What the hell? Awful out of nowhere news. RIP Rowdy
Eric Estepp (@EricEstepp17)
Shocking. Literally don’t have the words. A legend gone way too soon.
Taylor Lewan (@TaylorLewan77)
Rest in peace to Kyle Busch, guy was a racing legend.
Thinking about his family.
Julian Edelman (@Edelman11)
Got the chance to hang with Kyle a few times. Just such a solid dude. Tough day. #RIP
Trey Wallace (@TreyWallace)
Kyle Busch was asked last weekend after winning the NASCAR truck race at Dover why these moments never get old “Because you never know when the last one is” Rest easy, KB
Kyle Busch was asked last weekend after winning the NASCAR truck race at Dover why these moments never get old
“Because you never know when the last one is”
Rest easy, KB pic.twitter.com/De2kj5gsQ7
— Trey Wallace (@TreyWallace) May 21, 2026
Will Buxton (@wbuxtonofficial)
What utterly unfathomable and tragic news. Completely stunned. All thoughts and love with his countless friends and adoring family.
Will Compton (@_willcompton)
A reminder to hug your loved ones
Rest in peace to a legend and one of the best to ever do it
Noah Lewis (@Noah_Lewis1)
There are simply no words. None. Kyle Busch will forever be a legend of our sport. My heart aches for Samantha, Brexton, and Lennix. My heart aches. #NASCAR
Kaitlyn Vincie (@kaitlynvincie)
An unfathomable loss to the racing community. My heart is broken for the entire Busch family. There is no comprehension of such a tragedy and loss of one of the greatest talents the sport has ever seen.
Jesse Marshall (@jmarshfof)
Not Kyle Busch. This is horrible. All I can think about is his son. They were just staring to race together. So horrible. May he rest in peace. I’m stunned.
Roy Cutshaw Jr (@CoachCutshaw)
This hit me like a brick in the face. Hard to imagine this. My heartfelt condolences to the entire Busch family.
@KyleBusch rest in peace, Legend. It was an honor to see you perform at a level never seen in history.
Brian Murphy (@Brian_Murphy_)
Kyle Busch is one of the greatest competitors to ever step foot into a race car. I can’t imagine this sport without him or the pain his family is feeling right now. He gave me my first opportunity in this sport and my first NASCAR win. I’ll forever be grateful.
RIP Rowdy
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