Jesse Love honors Kyle Busch after winning at WWT Raceway
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Jesse Love secured his first victory of the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts season at WWT Raceway. Following his win at the site of the final Cup Series victory for the late Kyle Busch, Love honored the driver by displaying a No. 8 flag. During his post-race press conference, Love shared an emotional reflection on his relationship with Busch, who died in May at age 41. Love recalled attempting to reach out to the veteran driver for guidance prior to a race at Darlington, only to realize he could no longer contact his mentor. The Richard Childress Racing driver also expressed lingering frustration regarding the finish of the Charlotte race held shortly after Busch's passing, which was shortened due to weather and track conditions.
- •Jesse Love captured his first 2026 season victory at WWT Raceway.
- •The win occurred at the track where Kyle Busch secured his final Cup series victory.
- •Love paid tribute to Busch by displaying a No. 8 flag after the race.
- •Love previously struggled with the circumstances of a race in Charlotte following Busch's death in May.
- •Busch was noted for his willingness to offer career advice to younger drivers.
- 1:51 PMYahoo Sports — Jesse Love reveals Kyle Busch moment that "hit me like a ton of bricks"
- 1:51 PMMotorsport.com — Jesse Love reveals Kyle Busch moment that "hit me like a ton of bricks"
"At WWT Raceway, Jesse Love earned his very first win of the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts season. The Richard Childress Racing driver has always been a big fan of Kyle Busch, and honored him with a No. 8 flag after winning at Gateway -- the site of Busch's final Cup win. In the winner's press conference, Love told an emotional story about the two-time NASCAR Cup champion, who died suddenly at ...Keep reading
"The Richard Childress Racing driver reflected on the NASCAR legend's kindness, and how he couldn't shake the feeling of being 'robbed' of a special win at Charlotte
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 1:51 PMJesse Love reveals Kyle Busch moment that "hit me like a ton of bricks"
The Richard Childress Racing driver reflected on the NASCAR legend's kindness, and how he couldn't shake the feeling of being 'robbed' of a special win at Charlotte
- Motorsport.comSep 13, 2026, 1:51 PMJesse Love reveals Kyle Busch moment that "hit me like a ton of bricks"
At WWT Raceway, Jesse Love earned his very first win of the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts season. The Richard Childress Racing driver has always been a big fan of Kyle Busch, and honored him with a No. 8 flag after winning at Gateway -- the site of Busch's final Cup win. In the winner's press conference, Love told an emotional story about the two-time NASCAR Cup champion, who died suddenly at ...Keep reading
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