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Drivers honor Kyle Busch before race in Las Vegas on Sunday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 11:47 PM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Drivers honor Kyle Busch before race in Las Vegas on Sunday

Summary

As the NASCAR Cup Series prepares for the South Point 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday, drivers including Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin reflect on the recent loss of Kyle Busch, a two-time champion who passed away in May. Organizers have scheduled tributes, including a 'Moment of Rowdy' on Lap 8 and the renaming of a Friday race to the Kyle Busch Classic. Busch’s brother, Kurt, will serve as the pace car driver. Larson and others acknowledge the emotional significance of racing in Busch's hometown, emphasizing the impact he had on the sport.

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By the Numbers

•Kyle Busch died from sepsis after severe pneumonia in May.
•Tributes scheduled include a 'Moment of Rowdy' on Lap 8.
•Kurt Busch will drive the pace car for Sunday's race.
•Drivers reflect on the emotional significance of the event.
•Kyle Larson will run a throwback paint scheme honoring Busch.

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11:47 PMYahoo Sports — Drivers remember Kyle Busch before race at late Las Vegas star's hometown track

What they're saying

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LAS VEGAS (AP) — NASCAR Cup Series leaders Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin are focused primarily on maximizing their performances in an effort to win the season championship.At the same time, they and other drivers competing Sunday in Las Vegas took time to reflect on the loss of Las Vegas native Kyle Busch, the two-time Cup Series champion who died May 21 from sepsis following severe bacterial pneumonia.
— Yahoo Sportsby KIRK KERN

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