Brexton Busch races after Kyle Busch's memorial service in Charlotte

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Brexton Busch races after Kyle Busch's memorial service in Charlotte
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Brexton Busch, the son of late NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, returned to racing on June 2 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. His appearance came just hours after a private memorial service for his father, who passed away on May 21. Brexton, age 11, participated in a practice session for the CookOut Summer Shootout, driving his neon green No. 18 car. The memorial for Kyle Busch included tributes from the racing community, and plans for a public ceremony in Charlotte are being organized, although details are pending.

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  • Brexton Busch raced on June 2, hours after his father's memorial service.
  • Kyle Busch was honored by drivers during recent events.
  • A public memorial service for Kyle Busch is being planned.
  • Brexton won 48 races last year across various racing disciplines.
  • Kyle Busch died from pneumonia-related complications at age 41.
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  • 4:08 PMYahoo SportsBrexton Busch returns to racing after private funeral for Kyle Busch
  • 4:05 PMYahoo SportsBrexton Busch returns to racing hours after Kyle Busch’s memorial service
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Brexton Busch, the 11-year-old son of the late NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, returned to racing June 2, hours after his dad's memorial service.

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A private memorial service for NASCAR legend Kyle Busch took place in Charlotte on June 2. A public ceremony is reportedly in the works.

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