Two-time NASCAR champ Kyle Busch dies at 41 after ‘severe illness’

Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch has died at the age of 41 after a "severe illness." Busch was hospitalized after becoming unresponsive during a simulator test on Wednesday. He was in his 22nd full-time season in NASCAR's top division, winning championships in 2015 and 2019. Busch held records for the most wins across NASCAR's three national series. The news was announced by his family, Richard Childress Racing, and NASCAR in a joint statement on Thursday. Busch is survived by his wife and two children.

Two-time Nascar Cup Series champion Kyle Busch has died at the age of 41. Nascar announced his passing on Thursday, stating they were "heartbroken" to share the news. Busch had been hospitalized with a severe illness, which prevented him from competing in an upcoming race. The cause of death was not specified. Busch, known for his aggressive driving style and numerous victories across Nascar's national series, won championships in 2015 and 2019. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Two-time Nascar Cup Series champion Kyle Busch has died at the age of 41. His death was announced in a joint statement on Thursday by the Busch family, Richard Childress Racing, and Nascar. Earlier on Thursday, Busch's representatives had stated he was hospitalized with a severe illness, though a cause of death was not shared. Busch was in his 22nd full-time season, having won two Cup Series titles and 63 races, and is ninth on the circuit's all-time win list. He was considered a rare, generational talent who deeply cared about the sport and its fans.

Alex Zanardi, a former Formula One driver who later became a Paralympic cycling champion, has died at the age of 59. His family announced his peaceful passing on Friday evening, surrounded by loved ones. Zanardi, who lost his legs in a racing accident, was widely recognized for his resilience and for significantly impacting how disability is perceived in Italy. He achieved four Paralympic gold medals after his initial racing career, which included stints in Formula One and winning the CART championship twice. His death follows a severe handbike accident in 2020. Italian leaders and sports officials have paid tribute to his courage, strength, and the inspiration he provided globally.

Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi has died at the age of 59. Zanardi, who had his legs amputated after a racing accident in 2001, achieved significant success in both motorsport and handcycling. He competed in F1 in the early 1990s and later won the Cart championship twice before returning to F1. After his injury, Zanardi became a decorated Paralympian, winning two gold medals in handcycling at both the 2012 London and 2016 Rio Games. He also achieved success in the World Touring Car Championship and as a para-cyclist. Zanardi's family announced his peaceful passing on May 1st, surrounded by loved ones.