Kurt Busch Reveals the Big Secret Behind His Unprecedented NASCAR Success

750 races—34 wins, 161 top-5 finishes, 339 top-10 finishes, and over 10,000 laps led. A storied success such as Kurt Busch is not at random. And now: The veteran finally opened up about his 23-year-old career in the Cup Series, sharing insights that shed light on his extraordinary ability on the track.

Busch’s journey in NASCAR has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. Starting with RFK Racing in 2000, he made an immediate impact, winning four races in his debut season. His talent was evident, and he quickly moved up to the Cup Series in 2001, where he would go on to win 11 races over the next three seasons. That also includes the 2004 championship, the inaugural year of NASCAR’s playoff system.

Kurt Busch opens up about his secret ability on track that made him so good

Busch’s career has been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, to say the least. But his undeniable talent consistently led to new opportunities. In a sport heavily reliant on sponsorships and fan appeal, Busch’s enduring career serves as a testament to his extraordinary skill on the track.

Amidst his illustrious career, a particular skill of Busch has garnered attention, that is, his ability to drive a car ‘loose.’ During his conversation with Kenny Wallace, this talent came under the spotlight. Wallace pointed out, “You’re so talented I had to tighten the car up. And I think one of the reasons you’re one of the greatest, and you’re definitely going into the Hall of Fame, but it’s your ability to drive the car neutral. Does anybody ever tell you that you can drive a car loose?”

In response, Busch delved into the roots of his exceptional skill. He reminisced, “Yeah, those are the comparisons that I’ve seen over the years with different teammates. You know, going back to when I first started racing with my dad. It was his setup; I just drove it, and I go, ‘Dad, it’s too tight.'”

Kurt Busch’s affinity for driving ‘loose’ seems to be a natural part of his racing DNA. He further explained, “I want to be up on the right rear tire. But yet I love the asphalt. Like I struggled on dirt, I mean, I started on dirt in a little dwarf car, which is basically like a Legends car. And then when we got into the Legends, it was because we could travel and go to different tracks with the same engine.

“You know, the spec series style Tech inspection. And so we went around to a bunch of asphalt tracks. And my dad, he had his Legend car, but it was always like I was a percent or 2% looser on the Crossway.”

Beyond his remarkable driving talent, Kurt Busch’s journey in NASCAR has been marked by highs, lows, controversies, and championships. Recently announcing his retirement, he takes a moment to reflect on the sport’s evolution over his two-decade-long career.

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Busch shared his thoughts on where NASCAR stands today and where it could be headed. He noted, “Now what I see with NASCAR, there is the France family, but there’s such a board of directors and others and all these categories and all these things going on that it’s a committee and it hurts itself sometimes. There still needs to be that one go-to, like, we’re going in this direction type of person. That’s what I’d like to see with our sport.”

To emphasize his point, Busch recounted a meeting with Bill France Jr in 2004 after winning the championship. France candidly told the young champion, “You’re a champion now of my sport, don’t go fu** it up.” It was a clear and direct message that resonated with Busch.

What lies ahead for NASCAR? How can the sport balance its growth and traditions? These are questions that continue to intrigue and inspire discussion among fans. Kurt Busch’s legacy will endure, not just for his racing prowess but also for the insights he brings to the sport he loves.

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