A Timeline of Kyle Busch's Final Days
I have put together a timeline of publicly available information regarding Kyle Busch's final days.
This timeline is based on publicly available interviews, social media posts, photos, and reporting. Some details may continue to develop as additional information becomes available.
Sunday, May 10
During the race at Watkins Glen, Kyle radios asking for a Hendrick Motorsports doctor to meet him at his bus after the race.
Friday, May 15
Kyle wins the NASCAR Truck Series race at Dover — the final win of his career.
After the race, he says:
> “…you never know when the last one is.”
Saturday, May 16
Kyle says he’s “still getting over it” and mentions dealing with a substantial cough.
Sunday, May 17
Kyle competes in the NASCAR All-Star Race at Dover, which would become the final NASCAR event of his career.
Monday, May 18 – 12:48 PM
Kyle posts for Brexton’s birthday.
Monday, May 18 – 9:50 PM
Brexton Busch posts photos showing Kyle and family celebrating Brexton’s 11th birthday party.
Tuesday, May 19
Kyle spends the afternoon racing go-karts at the new Andretti Karting facility in Durham, NC.
- Mario Andretti confirmation
- Attendee confirmation
Wednesday, May 20 – 12:23 PM
A purported final public photo of Kyle Busch is posted.
Wednesday, May 20 – 5:30 PM
A 911 call is reportedly placed from the GM Charlotte Technical Center.
TMZ later:
- reports Busch became unresponsive in a racing simulator.
- and releases audio
Wednesday, May 20
Kyle and Samantha Busch’s charity event is held in Charlotte, featuring a performance by Gavin Adcock.
Thursday, May 21 – 10:23 AM
A family statement announces that Busch has been hospitalized with a “severe illness” and will miss this weekend's events at Charlotte.
Thursday, May 21 – 5:40 PM
Kyle Busch’s death is publicly confirmed by NASCAR.
I may update this if additional publicly verifiable information becomes available.