Kyle Busch has another disappointing finish in Sonoma. During the 2024 NASCAR Cup season, the two-time champion has faced a series of unfortunate moments. He has not been consistently competitive as in the past and often gets involved in incidents that ruin his races. This trend continued in Sonoma.
Kyle Busch was doing well in his No. 8 Richard Childress Racing Camry and was on his way to a top-10 finish. However, on the last lap, an overtaking attempt resulted in a collision with the Trackhouse Racing car, causing Busch to spin out.
The incident between Kyle Busch and Ross Chastain on the last lap can be seen from a different angle in the video.
Kyle Busch’s wife, Samantha Busch, was furious to see her husband spun out and finish in 12th place instead of a deserved top-5. She expressed her frustration on social media using a “Schmuck” gif. Samantha Busch is known for being active on social media and often shares similar opinions.
In his post-race interview, Kyle Busch did not hesitate to criticize Chastain. He pointed out that the Trackhouse driver hit him from behind on the last lap, ruining his race. Busch is frustrated for not being able to achieve the result he deserved.
Despite the disappointing finish, there are still positive aspects for Kyle Busch to take from the race. He performed impressively well throughout the race, giving the driver and the team the necessary confidence for the upcoming races.
If you missed it, here is a summary of the incident between Kyle Busch and Ross Chastain.