Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch faced his 10-year-old son, Brexton, in a special event at the Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, bringing the Kyle Busch family racing legacy full circle in front of a supportive hometown audience. This family showdown underscored a decades-long tradition of racing across three generations of Busches, reinforcing the family’s deep ties to motorsport.
Generations of Busches Shaping Las Vegas Racing
The Bullring has long been central to the Busch family’s racing narrative, beginning in the 1980s with Tom Busch, a skilled mechanic and patriarch of the racing dynasty. Tom’s older son, Kurt Busch, first made his name at the Bullring before capturing the 2004 Cup Series trophy and the 2017 Daytona 500, etching his status as a top competitor. Kyle Busch, inspired by both his father and older brother, quickly followed, collecting two Cup Series championships and achieving a remarkable 232 wins at the national level after honing his skills on the same Nevada track.
This rich heritage now sees yet another chapter as Brexton Busch emerges. Starting his racing journey at just four and a half years old, Brexton has already participated in more than 400 main events and secured upward of 150 victories, a testament to his persistence and innate racing instincts. In 2025 alone, Brexton clinched the prestigious Golden Driller at the Tulsa Shootout and the Bandits division title, displaying the same relentless competitive spirit that shaped his father and uncle’s early careers.
A New Era with Brexton at the Helm
Kyle Busch embraced the opportunity to compete against his son at the Bullring, echoing a format once seen between himself and his father, Tom. In a social media post ahead of the November 8 event, Kyle shared his anticipation about the generational handoff within the Busch family:
“Two and a half decades ago that was a common occurrence, not so much anymore. Except for this weekend. My dad ushered in the next gen with Kurt & I. Now I get to do the same with Brex. Pushing him to the best he can be by battling at the Bullring.”
– Kyle Busch, NASCAR Driver
The anticipated event, named the Battle of the Busches, had Kyle piloting his distinctive #51 Lucas Oil Outlaw Kart, while Brexton drove the #18B SERVPRO legends car. Their side-by-side practice sessions before the race echoed memories of years past and highlighted the mentorship that connects generations of the Busch family at the motorsport venue that first launched their careers. Even with recent winless seasons in the NASCAR Cup Series, Kyle sees these local contests as vital moments of growth and reflection, reigniting his passion for racing during the off-season.
Millbridge Speedway: The First Father-Son Faceoff
The November showdown was actually a rematch following the Busch duo’s earlier competition at Millbridge Speedway in North Carolina on March 26. In that initial meeting, Kyle raced in the 600cc Winged Micro division, claiming third place, while Brexton finished sixth on his debut outing in the A-Class Outlaw Kart. Throughout most of the 20-lap event, Brexton closely followed Kyle, even appearing poised to challenge his father before a late caution freeze determined the final order.
Kyle acknowledged Brexton’s competitiveness and attitude after their first wheel-to-wheel duel, signaling the start of a new routine for the family. Their continuing rivalry on the racetrack not only strengthens the family’s legacy but also injects energy and excitement into grassroots racing scenes, both in their Las Vegas hometown and on tracks afar.
The Lasting Significance of the Busch Racing Heritage
This latest father-son battle at the Bullring marks an important milestone in the ongoing story of the Busch family’s impact on American motorsport. For local fans in Nevada and those who remember the origins of Kurt and Kyle’s careers, these races are more than just competitions; they are living celebrations of a multigenerational passion for racing. With Brexton now taking center stage, the enduring Kyle Busch family racing legacy appears set to inspire the next wave of talent and keep the family’s influential presence on the track for years to come.
•Busches at the Bullring•
Two and a half decades ago that was a common occurrence, not so much anymore. Except for this weekend. My dad ushered in the next gen with Kurt & I. Now I get to do the same with Brex. Pushing him to the best he can be by battling at the Bullring.… pic.twitter.com/RVKG4KpXXK
— Kyle Busch (@KyleBusch) November 7, 2025
