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Michelle R. Martinelli

Kurt Busch is stepping away from full-time NASCAR, and Tyler Reddick will replace him at 23XI Racing

Kurt Busch is stepping away from full-time NASCAR competition next season as he continues to recover from a head injury he suffered this summer behind the wheel of the No. 45 23XI Racing Toyota.

The 44-year-old driver — a veteran of the sport after 22 full-time seasons in the Cup Series that included winning the 2004 championship — announced Saturday that he’s stepping away from full-time NASCAR competition in 2023 to focus on his recovery and his long-term health. He did not explicitly say he’s retiring.

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