NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch has been hospitalized due to a serious illness; However, the 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 race, the 41-year-old American athlete was also scheduled to participate in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series event at the track in Concord, North Carolina.
His family announced the news of his hospitalization through a social media post.
The Busch family wrote: “Kyle has experienced a serious illness that has required him to be hospitalized. He is currently receiving treatment and will not compete 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 go through this difficult time, adding, “We ask for your understanding.”
Who will replace Kyle in the Cup race?
Austin Hill, who drives RCR’s No. 21 car 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 the full resources of RCR behind them.”
The statement continues: “Kyle is an integral part of our organization and we wish him a quick and safe recovery. His No. 8 Chevrolet will be ready and waiting for him. We are grateful to Austin Hill for stepping in to drive the No. 8 Chevrolet this weekend.”
They asked fans to keep Kyle’s family in prayers and wish the athlete a speedy recovery.
Busch currently sits 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 champion, winning titles in 2015 and 2019. He is in his fourth season with Richard Childress Racing after previously winning championships with Joe Gibbs Racing.
His most recent victory came in 2023, his first season with RCR.
