Richard Childress Racing makes major decision on Kyle Busch’s No. 8
Richard Childress Racing has decided to suspend the use of the No. 8 car following the death of Kyle Busch. The team will instead race with the No. 33 at the upcoming Coca-Cola 600. The No. 8 will be reserved for Busch's son, Brexton, when he is ready to race in NASCAR.
- ▪Kyle Busch passed away suddenly on May 21 at the age of 41.
- ▪Austin Hill was initially set to replace Busch in the No. 8 car for the Coca-Cola 600.
- ▪Richard Childress Racing announced it would suspend the No. 8 car out of respect for Busch.
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