Richard Childress Racing retires Kyle Busch's No. 8 car, reserves it for his son Brexton
Richard Childress Racing has announced the retirement of Kyle Busch's No. 8 car following his sudden death at the age of 41. The team has decided to reserve the number for Busch's son, Brexton, when he is ready to enter NASCAR. Busch's legacy as a two-time Cup Series champion and his impact on the sport are being honored by his colleagues and fans alike.
- ▪Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died unexpectedly at 41.
- ▪Richard Childress Racing has retired the No. 8 car in honor of Busch.
- ▪The team plans to reserve the No. 8 for Busch's son, Brexton, when he is ready to race.
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Sports Richard Childress Racing retires Kyle Busch's No. 8 car, reserves it for his son Brexton The team says 'no one can carry it forward to the level that he did' after the two-time champion's sudden death By Matt Reigle Fox News Published May 22, 2026 4:16pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Racing community mourns Kyle Busch: 'Hard to understand' Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch died suddenly at 41, Fox News reports. The motor sports world expresses shock and sorrow over his unexpected passing. Busch, known for his fierce competitive spirit, leaves a profound legacy in racing, survived by his wife Samantha, and their two children. Colleagues remember him as a talented driver and a kind individual.
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