Austin Dillon discusses Richard Childress Racing's response to Kyle Busch's death
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Austin Dillon addressed how Richard Childress Racing is coping with the loss of Kyle Busch during an appearance on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. He noted that the team is committed to continuing its hard work despite the emotional and competitive void left by Busch’s passing. Dillon emphasized that while Busch's experience cannot be replaced, the team is focusing on improving performance, praising newcomer Austin Hill's efforts after taking over Busch's former position. Richard Childress Racing aims to honor Busch by maintaining a competitive spirit as the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season continues.
- •Richard Childress Racing is coping with Kyle Busch's sudden death.
- •Austin Dillon emphasizes hard work and teamwork to fill the gap left by Busch.
- •Austin Hill has taken over the No. 33 entry after Busch's passing.
- •Dillon believes Busch would want the team to continue pushing for success.
- •Hill and Dillon are working together in the simulator to improve results.
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — NASCAR Cup Series Driver Reveals How Richard Childress Racing Is Coping With Kyle Busch Loss
"Richard Childress Racing is still feeling the loss of Kyle Busch, but Austin Dillon says the NASCAR Cup Series team is refusing to stop working. Speaking recently on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, Dillon explained how Richard Childress Racing has handled the difficult period since Busch’s sudden death.Busch’s experience and presence left a major gap at the […] The post NASCAR Cup Series Driver Reveals How Richard Childress Racing Is Coping With Kyle Busch Loss appeared first on HEAVY.
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