Coca-Cola 600 Race Begins Amid Kyle Busch's Tragic Passing
NASCAR at Charlotte live updates, results, highlights from Coca-Cola 600
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The Coca-Cola 600 race at Charlotte Motor Speedway is overshadowed by the recent death of Kyle Busch, NASCAR's all-time winningest driver. Austin Hill will replace Busch in the No. 8 car, which has been retired in his honor. The race is set to start at 6:30 p.m. ET, with Tyler Reddick on pole position.
- 01Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion, passed away at age 41 due to a severe illness, shocking the NASCAR community.
- 02Austin Hill will drive the retired No. 8 car for Richard Childress Racing, a tribute to Busch's legacy.
- 03Tyler Reddick secured the pole position for the race after Saturday's qualifying was canceled due to rain.
- 04The race will be broadcast exclusively on Prime Video, with veteran announcer Adam Alexander leading the coverage.
- 05Pre-race festivities are expected to delay the green flag to around 6:30 p.m. ET.
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The Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway is set to take place on May 24, 2026, with a heavy heart following the death of Kyle Busch, NASCAR's all-time winningest driver, who died at the age of 41 from a severe illness. Busch's passing has left a profound impact on the racing community, with many drivers sharing their memories of him as they prepare to race. Austin Hill will take over Busch's No. 8 car, which has been retired in his memory. Tyler Reddick will start the race from pole position after qualifying was canceled due to rain. The race is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. ET, but pre-race ceremonies may push the start time to around 6:30 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the event exclusively on Prime Video, with Adam Alexander leading the commentary team, which includes Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte. The atmosphere will be a mix of competition and remembrance as drivers aim to honor Busch's legacy on the track.
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The race will serve as a tribute to Kyle Busch, affecting the emotional atmosphere for drivers and fans alike.
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