Samantha Busch reflects on Las Vegas race without Kyle Busch
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 8:07 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Samantha Busch shared her emotions attending the NASCAR race weekend at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, marking her first attendance without her husband Kyle Busch, who passed away in May. She expressed feelings of sadness and anger while reminiscing about memories shared at the venue. The weekend included tributes, including the Kyle Busch Classic, where their son Brexton participated. The upcoming South Point 400 will feature several tributes to Kyle Busch, including a special paint scheme from Kyle Larson and Kurt Busch as the honorary pace car driver.
- •Samantha Busch reflects on her grief in Las Vegas.
- •Kyle Busch passed away unexpectedly in May 2026.
- •The Kyle Busch Classic took place Friday night at the Bullring.
- •Kyle Larson will honor Kyle Busch with a special paint scheme.
- •Kurt Busch will be the honorary pace car driver at the South Point 400.
- 8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Samantha Busch Discusses First Las Vegas Race Without Husband Kyle
"Samantha Busch opens up about first Las Vegas race without husband Kyle.
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