Defending Indy 500 champion Alex Palou honors Kyle Busch while chasing back-to-back victories
IndyCar champion Alex Palou is set to race from pole position at the Indianapolis 500 while honoring the late NASCAR driver Kyle Busch. Busch passed away unexpectedly at the age of 41, prompting tributes from the racing community. Palou expressed his condolences and hopes for Busch's family, particularly his young son Brexton, who may one day race his father's retired car.
- ▪Alex Palou will lead the field at the Indianapolis 500, reflecting on the impact of Kyle Busch's legacy.
- ▪Kyle Busch died unexpectedly at age 41 due to severe pneumonia that progressed into sepsis.
- ▪Richard Childress Racing is temporarily retiring Busch's No. 8 car until his son Brexton is old enough to take it over.
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IndyCar Racing Defending Indy 500 champion Alex Palou honors Kyle Busch while chasing back-to-back victories Busch died unexpectedly Thursday at age 41; his No. 8 car is being retired until son can race it By Madison Colombo Fox News Published May 23, 2026 2:58pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video NASCAR legend Kyle Busch's sudden death shocks racing world, Indy 500 set to race Indy 500 defending champion Alex Palou pays tribute to Kyle Busch's legacy and discusses the somber mood ahead of this year's Indy 500 race.
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