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Kurt Busch warns Carson Hocevar against undermining NASCAR following criticism

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:52 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Kurt Busch warns Carson Hocevar against undermining NASCAR following criticism

Summary

Kurt Busch addressed Carson Hocevar's comments suggesting that NASCAR is on 'life support' after a disappointing Brickyard 400. Busch cautioned Hocevar during a podcast, stating that he is damaging the very sport that has supported his career. While acknowledging some frustrations, Busch emphasized NASCAR's recent improvements, including the introduction of Gen 7 cars and changes to stage-racing rules. He believes Hocevar, who he views as a talented driver, should focus on positive developments rather than making negative public statements.

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By the Numbers

•Hocevar criticized NASCAR's broadcasts and engagement after the Brickyard 400.
•Busch encourages Hocevar to embrace the opportunities NASCAR offers.
•He pointed to improvements like increased horsepower and new race venues.
•Busch's remarks were made on the Rubbin is Racing podcast.
•NASCAR has begun implementing changes following recent criticisms.

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4:52 PMYahoo Sports — Kurt Busch bluntly responds to Hocevar’s NASCAR “life support” claims with a warning, “You can’t shoot your own foot”

What they're saying

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Kurt Busch has pushed back against Carson Hocevar’s claim that NASCAR is on ‘a ventilator’, warning the young driver not to undermine the sport that has helped build his career. Hocevar made the comments after a disappointing Brickyard 400, arguing that NASCAR’s broadcasts needed to improve and that the sport was no longer what it was in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
— Yahoo Sports

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