Joe Gibbs remembers Kyle Busch with humorous story at Celebration of Life
Hosted by Mike Joy, the Kyle Busch Celebration of Life immediately followed Friday's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race, and featured several of those closest to him. Among them was Joe Gibbs, who was Kyle Busch's team owner from 2009 through the 2022 season. Together, they won 56 Cup races, as well as the 2015 and 2019 NASCAR Cup Series championships. Kyle remains the team's most recent ... Keep…
At the Kyle Busch Celebration of Life, team owner Joe Gibbs paid tribute to his former protégé in a heartfelt speech at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Reflecting on Busch's career, Gibbs noted that his first year with Kyle in 2008 coincided with the team's introduction to Toyota in the Cup series. That year, Kyle won eight races, marking a successful start for both the driver and the manufacturer.
Throughout his career, Kyle amassed 234 wins, including two championships, making him a standout in the sport. Off the track, Busch was known for his humor and ability to connect with others, often entertaining his fellow drivers during skits at the race shop. Gibbs emphasized that Kyle was a special individual who brought joy and laughter to those around him, solidifying his legacy as a giant in the racing world.
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