NASCAR Star Kyle Busch Hospitalized with 'Severe Illness,' Will Miss Races for Treatment
NASCAR driver Kyle Busch has been hospitalized due to a severe illness and will miss upcoming races. His family has requested privacy as he undergoes treatment. Richard Childress Racing announced that Austin Hill will substitute for Busch during his absence.
- ▪Kyle Busch is currently hospitalized with an undisclosed illness.
- ▪He will miss two upcoming races, including the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
- ▪Austin Hill will drive Busch's No. 8 Chevrolet in his absence.
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