Brad Keselowski addressed ongoing speculation about his relationship with Kyle Busch, directly dismissing talk of a Brad Keselowski feud with Kyle Busch during a recent fan question session. The discussion, prompted by a fan during a NASCAR Reddit AMA video, comes years after Keselowski’s infamous 2010 comment that fueled rumors of animosity between the two drivers.
During the 2010 Bristol Motor Speedway driver introductions, Keselowski made a candid remark about Busch, which he later explained was made as part of a dare from fellow driver Juan Pablo Montoya. Busch went on to win the race that night, while Keselowski finished deeper in the field, fueling further interest in their interactions on and off the track. Both drivers have had run-ins since, including a noted incident at Texas Motor Speedway, where Keselowski admitted to causing an on-track collision involving Busch after losing control of his car late in the race. He described his move as a ‘dumb’ mistake, acknowledging his error in the situation.
Keselowski Clarifies Current Relationship With Busch
The subject of rivalry resurfaced in the AMA video when a fan questioned whether Keselowski’s feelings towards Busch had changed. Addressing the topic, Keselowski offered a candid assessment of their dynamic, noting that competitiveness plays a role in driver relationships. He explained that for a true rivalry to exist in NASCAR, both drivers need to be running at the front of the pack.
“Kyle and I have had an interesting relationship over the last decade or so. Probably more lows than highs. Here’s the thing about rivalries. You cannot have a rivalry if the two drivers are not running in the top 10. It’s not a rivalry. It’s just petty argument at that point.”
—Brad Keselowski, RFK Racing Driver
He further expanded on his perspective, saying,
“Until either one of us are consistently running in the top 10, there is no room for me to worry about Kyle Bush. So, I don’t think about him being an a** or not an a**. If Kyle Bush and I are both in the top 10, yeah, he’s an a**,”
he added. —Brad Keselowski, RFK Racing Driver
These remarks effectively ended speculation of an ongoing conflict, making it clear that Keselowski does not see a rivalry with Busch unless both are competitive at the highest levels. Other notable figures mentioned, such as rookie crew chief Paul Wolfe and organizations like RFK Racing, further contextualize Keselowski’s current NASCAR environment and his focus on results over personal drama.
Dave Blaney Recognized as Top Drafting Partner
In addition to clarifying his relationship with Busch, Keselowski also reflected on past partnerships in the same video session, singling out Dave Blaney as his best-ever drafting teammate. The pair collaborated during the 2011 fall race at Talladega, delivering strong performances despite beginning the event far apart on the starting grid.
“Dave Blaney and I drafted in 2011 fall Talladega race. He was so good, so smooth. His car was not the best, but he he did everything perfect and we had a great day. That was the best person I’ve ever drafted with. Hands down,”
he said, via aforementioned source. —Brad Keselowski, RFK Racing Driver
Their partnership had been set before the race started, despite Blaney driving for Tommy Baldwin Racing, a relatively new team at the time, and Keselowski racing for Team Penske as a standout in the Chase. Guided by a connection between Tommy Baldwin and Paul Wolfe, Keselowski’s rookie crew chief, the drivers worked together throughout all 188 laps. Blaney achieved his first top-10 finish of the season, placing third, while Keselowski followed at fourth—highlighting the effectiveness of unexpected teamwork in competitive motorsport.
This combination of addressing past controversies and celebrating impactful collaborations provides insight into how Keselowski navigates his NASCAR career. The comments mark a shift away from dwelling on old feuds and toward focusing on performance and professional relationships, setting the stage for both drivers to concentrate on future races and results.
