In a stunning announcement this morning, Richard Childress Racing confirmed that Kyle Busch will retire from full-time NASCAR Cup Series competition following the conclusion of the 2025 season. The two-time Cup champion, who joined RCR in 2023, cited a desire to shift focus and embrace a new chapter in his racing career.
Busch, 40, plans to return to the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2026 as a full-time driverโa series where he holds the record for most wins (102). His new role will reportedly include mentoring younger drivers and helping develop talent within the Chevrolet pipeline.
“This decision wasnโt easy,” Busch said in a statement. “But after over two decades in the Cup Series, I feel itโs the right time to step away and focus on whatโs nextโfor myself, my family, and the sport I love.”
Richard Childress praised Buschโs contributions, calling him โa competitor like no other.โ Details on his Xfinity team and schedule are expected to be announced later this year.
Buschโs departure will mark the end of an era in the Cup Series but signals a new and exciting phase for one of NASCARโs most polarizing and successful drivers.
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