The 2025 NASCAR season began with promise for Kyle Busch, but his momentum has stalled after a series of disappointing finishes. Busch started strong with a seventh-place finish at Atlanta’s Cup Series race, followed by a Truck Series victory. His solid form continued with a fifth-place result at COTA and eighth at Phoenix. However, his fortunes shifted dramatically after a tire failure forced an early exit from the Las Vegas race.
Busch was viewed as a potential savior for Richard Childress Racing after enduring the worst season of his career in 2024. That year marked his first winless season and his lowest number of top-5 and top-10 finishes since his rookie campaign. With an average finish of 18.3, it was a career low for the two-time Cup Series champion. Although 2025 started on a hopeful note, his 21st-place finish at Homestead-Miami hinted at a return to the struggles of the previous season.
His performance at the ‘Straight Talk Wireless 400’ only added to concerns. Busch spent most of the race running in the low 20s and 30s, highlighting the team’s ongoing challenges. Despite the setbacks, Busch remained positive, praising his crew for their efforts to improve the car’s performance.
The absence of two key crew members—Jackman Joseph Moser and tire changer Shiloh Windsor—due to a penalty from the Las Vegas race may have contributed to Busch’s difficulties. However, the pressure remains on both Busch and Richard Childress Racing to find a solution and return to competitive form.
As Busch’s contract with RCR is set to expire at the end of 2025, his recent struggles raise doubts about a potential extension. While he remains dedicated to the team, his current form falls short of the dominance he displayed during his time at Joe Gibbs Racing, where he claimed Cup Series championships in 2015 and 2019.
Adding to the speculation about his future, Busch recently teased a major announcement scheduled for 18:51 on Monday. Fans are speculating that he may be considering a move to a new team, with some even suggesting a possible return to Joe Gibbs Racing.
Beyond his own career, Busch is also motivated by a desire to create lasting memories for his son, Brexton. Inspired by seeing Kyle Larson’s son, Owen, celebrate his father’s victories, Busch hopes to deliver similar moments for his own child.
As the season unfolds, all eyes are on Kyle Busch. Can he turn his fortunes around, or will his struggles continue? Only time will tell.
