NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch hospitalized with serious illness; however, details of the illness have been kept secret. The racing driver is expected to miss Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
In addition to the Cup Series race, the 41-year-old American athlete was also scheduled to participate in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series event at the Concord, North Carolina track.
His family announced the news of his hospitalization via a social media post.
The Busch family wrote: “Kyle suffered a serious illness that resulted in hospitalization. He is currently undergoing treatment and will not participate in any of his scheduled activities this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway.”
They asked fans to respect the privacy of Kyle’s family as they navigate this difficult time, adding: “We ask for understanding.”
Who will replace Kyle in the race for the Cup?
Austin Hill, who drives the No. 21 RCR Chevrolet in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, will replace Busch in the No. 8 Chevrolet for the Cup race.
RCR said, “Kyle Busch’s health is our top priority and he and his family have all of RCR’s resources behind them. »
The statement continued: “Kyle is an integral part of our organization and we wish him a safe and speedy recovery. His No. 8 Chevrolet will be ready and waiting for him. We thank Austin Hill for stepping up to drive the No. 8 Chevrolet this weekend.”
They asked fans to keep Kyle’s family in their prayers and wish the athlete a speedy recovery.
Busch currently ranks 24th in the Cup Series standings, with two top 10 finishes in 12 races this season.
The Las Vegas native is a two-time Cup Series champion, winning titles in 2015 and 2019. He is in his fourth season with Richard Childress Racing after winning championships with Joe Gibbs Racing.
His most recent victory dates back to 2023, his first season with the RCR.
