Kyle Busch honored during lap 18 of Indy 500 following tragic death
Kyle Busch was honored during lap 18 of the Indy 500 following his tragic death from severe pneumonia. The scoring pylon at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway displayed a tribute to Busch, including his name and years of life. Moments of silence were also observed for him at various racing events throughout the week.
- ▪Kyle Busch passed away earlier this week due to severe pneumonia.
- ▪During lap 18 of the Indy 500, a tribute was made in his honor with a display on the scoring pylon.
- ▪Moments of silence were held for Busch at both NASCAR and NHL events following his death.
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Sports Kyle Busch honored during lap 18 of Indy 500 following tragic death By Jake Nisse Published May 24, 2026, 6:40 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Kyle Busch was honored during lap 18 of the Indy 500 on Sunday as the scoring pylon at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was lit up in his memory. The pylon displayed a picture of a smiling Busch along with his name and the years of his life, following his tragic death due to severe pneumonia earlier this week. Upon the race entering the 18th lap, the FOX broadcast of the race observed a moment of silence. Kyle Busch was honored on Sunday at the Indy 500 Getty Images A tribute to Kyle Busch on Lap 18 of the Indy 500.
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