Kyle Busch, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, died on Thursday at the age of 41. Busch's representatives had stated earlier on Thursday that he had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
A joint statement from the Busch Family, Richard Childress Racing, and NASCAR confirmed his death. According to the statement, Busch died after being hospitalized with what was described as a "severe illness." The specific illness was not disclosed.
Busch won more races than any other driver across NASCAR's three national series, according to multiple sources. He was a two-time Cup Series champion. The Washington Examiner reported that Busch died from an undisclosed illness on Thursday.
Earlier in the day on Thursday, Busch's family had announced that he was hospitalized. The news of his death followed that earlier announcement.
NBC News reported on the response from NASCAR and Busch's family. The Daily Caller noted Busch's record as a decorated talent in racing.
Busch's representatives had provided information about his hospitalization prior to the announcement of his death. The cause of the severe illness was not specified in the available reports.
Multiple outlets confirmed Busch's status as the winningest driver across NASCAR's three national series. His two Cup Series championships were cited across sources.
The Busch Family, Richard Childress Racing, and NASCAR issued a joint statement announcing his passing. No additional details about the circumstances of his death were provided beyond the reference to the severe illness.
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