Kyle Busch was rushed to the hospital earlier today with a severe unknown illness and later in the day succumbed to it.
At the end of the NASCAR Watkin Glen race on May 10 Busch requested a doctor meet him at his bus
“Can somebody try to find Bill Heisel? He’s the kindred doctor guy. Tell him I need him after the race, please,” Busch said. “I’m gonna need a shot,” he added.
We have no evidence that the reported sinus issue was tied to Kyle’s death at this time.
The motorsport legend’s family, Richard Childress Racing and NASCAR released a joint statement sharing the news of his death.
“We are devastated to announce the sudden and tragic passing of Kyle Busch,” they said.
“Our entire NASCAR family is heartbroken by the loss of Kyle Busch. A future Hall of Famer, Kyle was a rare talent, one who comes along once in a generation. He was fierce, he was passionate, he was immensely skilled and he cared deeply about the sport and fans. Throughout a career that spanned more than two decades, Kyle set records in national series wins, won championships at NASCAR’s highest level and fostered the next generation of drivers as an owner in the Truck Series. His sharp wit and competitive spirit sparked a deep emotional connection with race fans of every age, creating the proud and loyal ‘Rowdy Nation.’ Our thoughts are with Samantha, Brexton and Lennix, Kyle and Samantha’s parents, Kurt and all of Kyle’s family, Richard and Judy Childress, everyone at Richard Childress Racing, his teammates, friends and fans. NASCAR lost a giant of the sport today, far too soon.”
Article and photo: Chuck Null
