NASCAR star sent touching message to Kyle Busch’s son Brexton
NASCAR held tributes for Kyle Busch during the Coca-Cola 600 following his unexpected death at 41. Driver Connor Zilisch sent a heartfelt message to Busch's son, Brexton, expressing support for the family. The race featured moments of silence and special honors for Busch, highlighting the impact he had on the racing community.
- ▪Kyle Busch passed away at the age of 41 due to complications from pneumonia and sepsis.
- ▪Connor Zilisch reached out to Busch's son, Brexton, after the race, stating he would be a lifelong supporter.
- ▪The Coca-Cola 600 included tributes such as a moment of silence and drivers wearing No. 8 decals in honor of Busch.
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Sports NASCAR star sent touching message to Kyle Busch’s son Brexton By Jake Nisse Published May 27, 2026, 2:21 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google It was “bigger than racing.” Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600 was littered with tributes to Kyle Busch following the iconic driver’s sudden death at 41 from pneumonia that had progressed into sepsis. And while the race did not go to plan for driver Connor Zilisch, he nonetheless had a heartwarming message for Busch’s 11-year-old son, Brexton. Connor Zilisch sent a heartwarming message to Kyle Busch’s son after the race.
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