Kyle Busch to Return to RCR Next Season
- Richard Childress Racing has confirmed it will retain Kyle Busch for the 2026 season by exercising the clause in his agreement that extends his tenure with the team.
- Busch, a 40-year-old two-time Cup Series champion, faces his longest career slump, approaching 70 races without a win.
- Busch, who last won on June 4, 2023, is competing this weekend in the Coca-Cola 600, an event he previously claimed victory in back in 2018.
- Busch described the recent losing streak as somewhat humbling and expressed eagerness for his next victory, whenever it may occur, while Childress remains optimistic about future wins and hopes to secure a long-term contract with him.
- Despite a winless 2024 season, Busch believes the team will improve soon, and Childress affirmed confidence in winning races with him this year.
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Kyle Busch to return to RCR next season
CONCORD, N.C. — Richard Childress Racing announced Saturday it has picked up the option on Kyle Busch's contract, meaning the two-time Cup Series champion will be back with the team for the 2026 season.
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