Kyle Busch coughed up blood, short of breath day before his death, 911 call reveals
The 911 call was obtained by The Associated Press.
Mason Reed 
New, sobering details have emerged regarding the final hours of NASCAR icon Kyle Busch. A 911 call obtained by The Associated Press sheds light on the racing legend's physical state just one day before his passing.
A Frightening Medical Emergency
Audio provided by the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office captures an unidentified caller describing a dire situation. According to the recording, Busch was suffering from shortness of breath, reported feeling like he was overheating, and was coughing up blood. The caller noted that Busch was found lying on a bathroom floor inside the complex, though he remained conscious during the call.
This development follows reports that Busch was testing in a Chevrolet racing simulator in Concord on Wednesday when he became unresponsive, necessitating a transport to a Charlotte hospital. Busch died Thursday at the age of 41.
Legacy of a Champion
While a formal cause of death has not yet been released, family members previously shared that the driver had been hospitalized with a “severe illness” just three days before his scheduled appearance at the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. 205focus.com will continue to monitor updates as they become available. NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell is expected to address the media later today at the speedway.
Busch leaves behind a monumental legacy. A two-time Cup Series champion (2015 and 2019), he secured 63 Cup Series victories—the ninth-highest total in the history of the sport. Beyond the top tier, he was a dominant force, setting records with 102 wins in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and 69 victories in the Craftsman Truck Series.
Throughout his decorated 22-year career in NASCAR’s premier division, Busch drove for legendary owners at Hendrick Motorsports, Joe Gibbs Racing, and Richard Childress Racing. He is survived by his wife, Samantha, and their children, Brexton and Lennix. He was the younger brother of NASCAR Hall of Famer Kurt Busch.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
