NASCAR removes Kyle Busch from point standings for 2026 season
NASCAR has officially removed Kyle Busch from its point standings for the 2026 season following his recent death. Busch, a prominent figure in the sport, was 24th in points at the time of his passing. In his absence, Austin Hill has taken over driving duties for Busch's team, Richard Childress Racing.
- ▪Kyle Busch passed away due to complications from severe pneumonia that progressed into sepsis.
- ▪NASCAR decided to remove Busch from the point standings to be empathetic to the impact on fans and the racing community.
- ▪Austin Hill is now driving the renumbered No. 33 car in place of Busch for the remainder of the season.
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