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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Steve Reed

Kyle Busch asked for medical attention during NASCAR race weeks before his death

  • NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, 41, died on Thursday, just days before he was scheduled to compete in the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
  • Busch became unresponsive on Wednesday while testing in a Chevrolet racing simulator in Concord and was subsequently transported to a hospital in Charlotte.
  • During a race on May 10, he reportedly requested medical attention for a " shot " after the event, with a TV broadcast noting that he was struggling with a sinus cold aggravated by the intense G-forces and elevation changes. It is currently unknown if this prior health issue contributed to his death.
  • A joint statement from the Busch Family, Richard Childress Racing, and NASCAR announced his passing, describing him as a "future Hall of Famer" and a "rare talent."
  • The motorsports community, including former rival Dale Earnhardt Jr., expressed profound shock and grief, recognizing Busch's record-setting career and significant impact on the sport.

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Details emerge about NASCAR legend Kyle Busch’s tragic death at 41

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