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5 Takeaways From NASCAR’s State of the Sport Address, Including Possible 2027 Qualifying Changes

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NASCAR’s championship weekend is underway at Homestead-Miami Speedway, but before the sport crowns its 2026 champions, CEO Steve O’Donnell offered a look at what could be coming next. During his annual State of the Sport address Friday, Nov. 6, O’Donnell tackled some of NASCAR’s biggest questions, from potential qualifying changes and the future of the […] The post 5 Takeaways From NASCAR’s State of the Sport Address, Including Possible 2027 Qualifying Changes appeared first on HEAVY.

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Samantha Busch Makes Heartfelt Announcement to Honor Late Husband Kyle Busch

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The holiday season will look very different for Samantha Busch and her family this year. But as she prepares to face her first Christmas without her husband, NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, she’s finding a way to bring some happiness to other families experiencing a similar loss. On Instagram, Samantha announced the launch of The Widow’s […] The post Samantha Busch Makes Heartfelt Announcement to Honor Late Husband Kyle Busch appeared first on HEAVY.

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Kyle Busch, Greg Biffle Posthumously Named Comcast Community Champions

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For the first time in its history, Comcast is honoring two former NASCAR drivers posthumously. Usually, the Comcast Community Champion of the Year award goes to a single individual. This year, however, due to the unique circumstances, the firm has opted to do something unique to honor a pair of unforgettable legacies. Kyle Busch and […] The post Kyle Busch, Greg Biffle Posthumously Named Comcast Community Champions appeared first on HEAVY.

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NASCAR Star Chase Elliott Bows Out Of Most Popular Driver Vote To Honor Kyle Busch

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There’s no debating who the most popular driver is in the NASCAR Cup Series today. Hendrick Motorsports star Chase Elliott has won the Most Popular Driver vote every year since 2018, dating back to the year Dale Earnhardt Jr. retired. However, despite voting only just opening, we already know for certain that Elliott won’t be winning the award in 2026. We […] The post NASCAR Star Chase Elliott Bows Out Of Most Popular Driver Vote To Honor Kyle Busch appeared first on BroBible.

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Michael Jordan's unexpected texts, Kyle Busch heartbreak… and plans to go international: NASCAR boss Steve O'Donnell reveals ways he wants to make the sport more F1

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Steve O'Donnell took over as NASCAR CEO earlier this year after a bitter lawsuit against Michael Jordan and 23XI Racing - then was immediately confronted with tragedy after Kyle Busch's death.

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Michael Jordan's unexpected texts, Kyle Busch heartbreak… and plans to go international: NASCAR boss Steve O'Donnell reveals ways he wants to make the sport more F1

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Steve O'Donnell took over as NASCAR CEO earlier this year after a bitter lawsuit against Michael Jordan and 23XI Racing - then was immediately confronted with tragedy after Kyle Busch's death.

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NASCAR Cup Series Driver Drops Out of Most Popular Driver Vote in Honor of Kyle Busch

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Chase Elliott has withdrawn from consideration for the 2026 NASCAR Most Popular Driver Award in honor of Kyle Busch, who died in May and remains eligible. The National Motorsports Press Association announced this Friday that it opened fan voting for the 2026 honor. Elliott had won the award for eight straight years, but he stepped […] The post NASCAR Cup Series Driver Drops Out of Most Popular Driver Vote in Honor of Kyle Busch appeared first on HEAVY.

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Chase Elliott Removes Himself From NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver Ballot In Honor Of Kyle Busch

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Class act. Voting for NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver award opened today, and the driver who has won it every year since 2018 won’t be on the ballot. Chase Elliott, driver of the #9 car for Hendrick Motorsports, has won the fan-voted award every year since Dale Earnhardt Jr. retired in 2018. But NASCAR announced today that he has removed himself from the ballot in honor of Kyle Busch, who passed away in May. This will be Busch’s final year on […] The post Chase Elliott Removes Himself From NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver Ballot In Honor Of Kyle Busch first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Kyle Busch’s Spotter Took His Son Brexton Hunting In Maine To Use His Late Dad’s Moose Tag

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Carrying on his dad’s legacy on track and in the woods. Brexton Busch, son of the late NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, recently went on a very special moose hunt in Maine – using the tag that was awarded to his dad a month after he passed away. The two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion passed away suddenly at the age of 41 back on May 21, and just a month later the state of Maine held their annual lottery for moose […] The post Kyle Busch’s Spotter Took His Son Brexton Hunting In Maine To Use His Late Dad’s Moose Tag first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Kyle Busch Tried To Talk A Fellow Inmate Into Sponsoring His Truck Series Team While In Prison In Mexico

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What a legend. It’s been nearly 5 months since the NASCAR world was shocked but the sudden and tragic death of two-time Cup Series champion Kyle Busch at the age of 41. Since his death, there have been plenty of stories shared about the NASCAR legend from both on and off the track. But today, his wife Samantha Busch hopped back behind the microphone for an episode of her Certified Oversharer podcast, the first episode since Kyle’s death back in May. In […] The post Kyle Busch Tried To Talk A Fellow Inmate Into Sponsoring His Truck Series Team While In Prison In Mexico first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. On Why He’s So Impressed By Brexton Busch Stepping Up To Honor His Father, Late NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch

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He’s a very impressive kid. In May, NASCAR legend Kyle Busch sadly passed away at the age of 41, on May 21st, 2026, due to pneumonia that progressed into sepsis. It was very sudden, and 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. And this past Friday, more than NASCAR 10,000 fans gathered at Charlotte Motor Speedway for a Celebration of Life […] The post Dale Earnhardt Jr. On Why He’s So Impressed By Brexton Busch Stepping Up To Honor His Father, Late NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Richard Childress Racing Announces That Austin Hill Will Drive Kyle Busch’s Renumbered #33 Car In 2027

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Should have been Josh Berry. Richard Childress Racing has announced that Austin Hill has signed an extension that will keep him in the #33 car in the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027, a move that was widely expected but has come into question in recent days after it was reported that the two sides were at an “impasse” in contract negotiations. In a statement released by the team, owner Richard Childress praised Hill’s progress as a driver as well as […] The post Richard Childress Racing Announces That Austin Hill Will Drive Kyle Busch’s Renumbered #33 Car In 2027 first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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“It Just Wasn’t Fair” – Kurt Busch Chokes Up Recalling His Emotional Final Words To His Brother, Kyle

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Can’t imagine the pain he’s dealing with. It’s been 3 months today since we lost two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, who passed away on May 21 following a battle with pneumonia that eventually progressed into sepsis. Busch’s #8 car for Richard Childress Racing was renumbered to the #33 and has been driven by Austin Hill since his death. And throughout the summer there have been plenty of tributes to the late NASCAR legend. From his #8 painted in […] The post “It Just Wasn’t Fair” – Kurt Busch Chokes Up Recalling His Emotional Final Words To His Brother, Kyle first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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How Kyle Busch’s Death Saved The Life Of One NASCAR Fan

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It’s always hard to say that there’s anything good that came from someone’s death. It feels a little callous, a little dismissive of the hurt that’s felt by their friends and family and those who loved them. But one NASCAR fan may not be here today if it weren’t for the shocking and sudden death of NASCAR legend Kyle Busch. Busch passed away back on May 21, 2026 at the age of 41, just hours after it was announced that […] The post How Kyle Busch’s Death Saved The Life Of One NASCAR Fan first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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“We Totally Misunderstood Each Other” — Dale Earnhardt Jr. Says He’s “Thankful” He Became Friends With Kyle Busch After Years Of Rivalry

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In the end, they did become friends… but not without some major friction on the track. It’s been nearly three months now since NASCAR legend Kyle Busch sadly passed away at the age of 41, on May 21st, 2026, due to pneumonia that progressed into sepsis. It was very sudden, and 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. And today is being […] The post “We Totally Misunderstood Each Other” — Dale Earnhardt Jr. Says He’s “Thankful” He Became Friends With Kyle Busch After Years Of Rivalry first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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“The Person I Thought I Would Grow Old Beside” — Samantha Busch Celebrates 8/18, “Kyle Busch Day,” With Heartbreaking Tribute To Her Late Husband

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A very fitting tribute for 8/18. It’s been nearly three months now since NASCAR legend Kyle Busch sadly passed away at the age of 41, on May 21st, 2026, due to pneumonia that progressed into sepsis. It was very sudden, and 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 just so incredibly sad, and my thoughts and prayers continue to go […] The post “The Person I Thought I Would Grow Old Beside” — Samantha Busch Celebrates 8/18, “Kyle Busch Day,” With Heartbreaking Tribute To Her Late Husband first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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“He’s Gone, We’re Not Going To Get Him Back” — Kurt Busch Gets Emotional Talking About Kyle’s Shocking Death In First Sit Down Interview Since He Passed

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Continuing to honor the life and legacy of Kyle Busch. It’s been nearly 3 months since we lost the two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, who passed away on May 21 following a battle with pneumonia that eventually progressed into sepsis. Busch’s #8 car for Richard Childress Racing was renumbered to the #33 and has been driven by Austin Hill since his death. And throughout the summer there have been plenty of tributes to the late NASCAR legend. From his #8 […] The post “He’s Gone, We’re Not Going To Get Him Back” — Kurt Busch Gets Emotional Talking About Kyle’s Shocking Death In First Sit Down Interview Since He Passed first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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M&M’s To Return To NASCAR To Pay Tribute To Kyle Busch At Bristol

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A fitting tribute at a track where Kyle had so much success. It’s been nearly 3 months since we lost two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, who passed away on May 21 following a battle with pneumonia that eventually progressed into sepsis. Busch’s #8 car for Richard Childress Racing was renumbered to the #33 and has been driven by Austin Hill since his death. And throughout the summer there have been plenty of tributes to the late NASCAR legend, from his #8 […] The post M&M’s To Return To NASCAR To Pay Tribute To Kyle Busch At Bristol first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Did Noah Gragson Hint That He’s In The Running To Replace Kyle Busch At Richard Childress Racing?

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Maybe hoping to get the #33 car? We still don’t know who will be behind the wheel of what was formerly the #8 car at Richard Childress Racing next season, after the untimely passing of Kyle Busch back in May. Austin Hill has been the driver of the renumbered #33 car since Busch’s death, with RCR announcing that he would remain the full-time driver through the 2026 season. But so far, no plans have been announced for the team for […] The post Did Noah Gragson Hint That He’s In The Running To Replace Kyle Busch At Richard Childress Racing? first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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“I’m Filled With Gratitude” — Samantha Busch Shares Heartfelt Thank You To Fans Following The Tragic Death Of Her Husband, NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch

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She spent many, many Sunday’s at the track cheering on her husband, and eventually, she did so with their two young children. It’s been over a month now since NASCAR legend Kyle Busch sadly passed away at the age of 41, on May 21st, 2026, due to pneumonia that progressed into sepsis. It was very sudden, and 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 […] The post “I’m Filled With Gratitude” — Samantha Busch Shares Heartfelt Thank You To Fans Following The Tragic Death Of Her Husband, NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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“He Talked About It More Than People Would Ever Know” — Kyle Busch Would’ve Loved To Win The Most Popular Driver Award

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He’d be mostly shocked, probably. It’s been over a month now since NASCAR legend Kyle Busch sadly passed away at the age of 41, on May 21st, 2026, due to pneumonia that progressed into sepsis. It was very sudden, and 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 just so incredibly sad, and my thoughts and prayers continue to go out to […] The post “He Talked About It More Than People Would Ever Know” — Kyle Busch Would’ve Loved To Win The Most Popular Driver Award first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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“Reminds Me Of The Life We Were Still Building Together” — Samantha Busch Shares Heartbreaking Photo Of Garden She Planted With Kyle

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Her updates are truly inspirational. It’s been over a month now since NASCAR legend Kyle Busch sadly passed away at the age of 41, on May 21st, 2026, due to pneumonia that progressed into sepsis. It was very sudden, and 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 just so incredibly sad, and my thoughts and prayers continue to go out […] The post “Reminds Me Of The Life We Were Still Building Together” — Samantha Busch Shares Heartbreaking Photo Of Garden She Planted With Kyle first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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“This Isn’t Forever” — NASCAR Exec Heather Gibbs, Who Lost Her Own Husband Suddenly, Reveals What She Said To Samantha Busch Right After Kyle Tragically Passed

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She’s unfortunately knows all too well what Samantha is going through. 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 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 just so incredibly sad, and my thoughts and prayers continue to go out to his family […] The post “This Isn’t Forever” — NASCAR Exec Heather Gibbs, Who Lost Her Own Husband Suddenly, Reveals What She Said To Samantha Busch Right After Kyle Tragically Passed first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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