Suárez pays tribute to Kyle Busch after Coca-Cola 600 win: ‘This one is for him’
Daniel Suárez won the Coca-Cola 600, dedicating his victory to his late friend Kyle Busch, who passed away recently. Suárez's win marked his third career Cup Series victory and ended an 82-race winless streak. The race included a tribute to Busch, honoring his legacy in the sport.
- ▪Kurt Busch laid white roses in memory of his brother Kyle before the race.
- ▪Daniel Suárez used a two-tire pit stop and rain to secure his win.
- ▪Suárez dedicated the victory to Kyle Busch and his family, expressing gratitude for Busch's influence on his career.
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Kurt Busch lays white roses in memory of his brother, Kyle, before Sunday’s race. Photograph: David Jensen/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenKurt Busch lays white roses in memory of his brother, Kyle, before Sunday’s race. Photograph: David Jensen/Getty ImagesNascarSuárez pays tribute to Kyle Busch after Coca-Cola 600 win: ‘This one is for him’ Nascar champion died last week at age of 41 Sport honors late driver before Sunday’s race AgenciesMon 25 May 2026 09.19 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleDaniel Suárez honored his close friend Kyle Busch in the best way possible on Sunday night.Suárez used a two-tire pit stop and hard rain to hold off Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin and win an emotional Coca-Cola 600 in the first race since the death of 41-year-old two-time Nascar champion…
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