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Kyle Busch, a name synonymous with excellence in NASCAR, has left an indelible mark on the sport with his racing acumen and sheer determination. His illustrious career has seen him clinch two championships, each a testament to his skill and unyielding spirit.
Recently, ahead of the race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, Busch was asked to reflect on his Xfinity Series debut at the very same track, a race that took place back in 2003. Despite the passage of two decades filled with countless races and victories, his memory of the event was remarkably vivid.
He recalled not only his performance but also the specifics of his competition, demonstrating that each race, no matter how early in his career, holds a significant place in his personal narrative.
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Kyle Busch displays remarkable memory of his early career
As per a video by FOX: NASCAR, Austin Cindric posed a question to Busch, delving into his racing history. “Where did you finish in your first ever XFINITY series start in Charlotte in 2003?” he inquired. With a one-word response, Busch replied, “Second.”
Kyle remembers 😏 https://t.co/E32E2TrVyM
— Kyle Busch (@KyleBusch) May 27, 2023
Undeterred, Cindric continued his line of questioning. “Do you know who won the race?” he asked, further testing Busch’s memory.
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Unfazed, Busch responded, “Yes. You want to know the name, the ol’ dreaded Matt Kenseth.” As if to add some context to that moment, he interjected, “By the way, he was on four tires. I was only on two.”
Reflecting on this exchange, Cindric’s final remark was a testament to Busch’s keen memory: “Kyle remembers.”
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Busch was not hoping for rain at Charlotte Motor Speedway
During the same video, Cindric asked Busch if he was aspiring to win the race at the Coca-Cola 600 this weekend. However, after witnessing the gloomy, rain-filled conditions, the two-time champion gave his thoughts regarding his expectations for the race.

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LAS VEGAS, NV – MARCH 04: Kyle Busch 8 Richard Childress Racing Alsco Chevrolet addresses the media before practice for the NASCAR, Motorsport, USA Cup Series Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube on March 4, 2023, at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire AUTO: MAR 04 NASCAR Cup Series Pennzoil 400 presented by Jiffy Lube Icon116230304008
Responding to Cindric’s question, Busch stated, “I don’t know. We’ll see. I was really hoping for more hot and slick than cold and rainy. So we kinda set up for the bumps being bad, and the bumps being rough, tryna take care of the tires. Hopefully, we can get going on this thing and get some racing in.” He concluded that his car had felt fast, but they just had to be “good on the long run.”
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Busch’s clear recollection of events from two decades ago at the renowned race track was indeed heartwarming. Despite the passage of time, he still vividly remembered the strategic move that enabled Matt Kenseth to snatch victory from him in the Xfinity Series race.
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