Kyle Busch reached a major achievement with his 750th Cup Series start during Sunday’s championship race at Phoenix Raceway, marking him as the 14th driver in NASCAR history to achieve this milestone. This Kyle Busch 750th Cup Start makes him the only active driver currently at that level in the series.
Bosch Reaches Rare NASCAR Benchmark
Busch’s career has been notable for its longevity and success. Although his recent 108 races have been with Richard Childress Racing, the majority of his starts came when he was part of Joe Gibbs Racing. During his 15 seasons with the organization, Busch found most of his success, driving the No. 18 Toyota to 56 of his 63 career victories. He became Cup Series champion in both 2015 and 2019, and qualified for the Championship 4 for five consecutive years, demonstrating his consistency at the highest levels of competition.
Early Career and Team Shifts
Originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, the 40-year-old began his Cup journey with Hendrick Motorsports. He made six starts during his debut season in 2004 before securing a full-time spot, piloting the No. 5 Chevrolet for three years. Busch managed four wins in his first 114 Cup starts before moving to Joe Gibbs Racing for the 2008 season, setting the stage for the prime years of his career.
Current Form and Future Milestones
Currently, Busch is facing a challenging stretch, entering Sunday’s contest at Phoenix with a 92-race streak without a win, the longest such run of his career. Despite a strong start with Richard Childress Racing in 2023—scoring three wins in his initial 15 events—he has missed the playoffs for two years.
Another prominent name in the series, Denny Hamlin, is set to reach his 750th start in the fall of 2026, having notched his 700th Cup race at Nashville Superspeedway this past June.
What This Means for NASCAR
Kyle Busch’s 750th start underscores his lasting presence and impact in NASCAR, joining a select group of drivers who have reached this remarkable feat. As only the 14th to do so, and the sole active competitor at that level, his legacy as one of the sport’s career leaders is cemented, even as he aims to add to his achievements in future seasons.
