Posted on 05/23/2026 10:20:49 AM PDT by Red Badger
NASCAR legend Kyle Busch died of severe pneumonia leading to sepsis, according to his family.
“The medical evaluation provided to the Busch Family concluded that severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis, resulting in rapid and overwhelming associated complications,” the Busch family said.
Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch passed away on Thursday.
He was 41 years old.
Earlier Thursday, the Busch family released a statement on Kyle Bushch’s deteriorating health:
“Kyle has experienced a severe illness resulting in hospitalization. He is currently undergoing treatment and will not compete in any of his scheduled activities this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway. We ask for understanding and privacy as our family navigates this situation,” the Busch family said Thursday morning.
On Thursday afternoon, NASCAR announced that Kyle Busch had passed away.
According to the Associated Press, Kyle Busch was found unresponsive in a racing simulator in Concord, North Carolina, the day before he died.
The 911 call revealed Kyle Busch was coughing up blood before he passed away.
“I’ve got an individual that’s shortness of breath, very hot, thinks he’s going to pass out and is producing a little bit of blood — coughing up some blood,” the 911 caller said.
AUDIO:
911 Call for NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch Released
President Trump called Kyle Busch a “true talent” and a “legend.”
“The LEGENDARY NASCAR Driver Kyle Busch tragically and unexpectedly passed away yesterday. He was a true talent who loved NASCAR and its fans,” Trump said.
“Kyle was a WINNER! He was a two time Cup Champion, and holds the All Time Record for WINS in NASCAR’s Top Three series, and even won another just last weekend. Kyle’s wife, Samantha, and their two beautiful children are in our thoughts and prayers,” Trump said.
“Samantha was at the White House in October, for IVF. She truly loved Kyle! Rest in Peace Kyle Busch. You will always be a LEGEND! President DONALD J. TRUMP” – Trump said on Truth Social.
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Wow, you really went through an ordeal. You must be tough like my Brother In Law:)
I’m so grateful that you are okay.
It would not surprise me if it was a situation where he tried to tough it out so he could race in Charlotte this weekend (it’s one of the “big four” for the year because the Charlotte metro is home base for most of the teams) and it progressed too far. Once the bacteria get into the blood, things can get out of control FAST. Same reason cellulitis can be so dangerous...starts off as a simple skin infection but if it gets into the bloodstream, it’s an immediate life-threatening emergency.
}:-)4
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