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Kyle Busch tribute draws 193,000 viewers during Charlotte NASCAR weekend

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Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Kyle Busch tribute draws 193,000 viewers during Charlotte NASCAR weekend
Summary

Kyle Busch’s Celebration of Life at Charlotte Motor Speedway attracted 193,000 viewers on FS1, according to Nielsen ratings from October 14. The tribute, honoring the late two-time Cup Series champion who died in May, featured family and fellow drivers sharing memories. Busch’s son, Brexton, paid tribute by performing a burnout in a race car, emulating his father’s signature bow. Additionally, the Bank of America 400 averaged 1.48 million viewers on USA Network, matching last year's rating but showing a decline in viewership from 1.8 million. Chase Briscoe won the race, edging out Christopher Bell by just 0.029 seconds.

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  • •Kyle Busch's tribute attracted 193,000 viewers on FS1.
  • •Celebration of Life included personal tributes from family and friends.
  • •Bank of America 400 attracted 1.48 million viewers on USA Network.
  • •Chase Briscoe won the race, beating Christopher Bell by 0.029 seconds.
  • •Charlotte Motor Speedway hosted events honoring Busch during the race weekend.
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Newly released Nielsen ratings reveal the television audience for Kyle Busch's emotional NASCAR tribute at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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