History of Kyle Busch in Timeline

Kyle Busch is a prominent American professional stock car racing driver. Currently driving the No. 8 Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series and part-time in the Truck Series for Spire Motorsports, he's a two-time Cup Series champion (2015, 2019) and the 2009 Nationwide Series champion. Busch holds the record for the most overall wins across NASCAR's top three divisions and ranks 9th in all-time Cup Series wins. Known for his exceptional talent and dominance, he is considered one of the greatest drivers in NASCAR history. Briefly held the WWE 24/7 Championship and is the younger brother of Kurt Busch.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

2009: Guest Hosting WWE Raw

In 2009, Kyle Busch guest hosted WWE Raw, marking one of his multiple appearances on WWE programming.

May 24, 2011: Cited for Reckless Driving and Speeding

On May 24, 2011, Kyle Busch was cited for reckless driving and speeding near Troutman, North Carolina, after driving 128 mph in a 45 mph zone while test-driving a Lexus LFA. He later apologized.

August 23, 2011: Guilty Plea for Speeding

On August 23, 2011, Kyle Busch pleaded guilty to speeding. As a result, he received a US$1,000 fine, a 45-day license suspension, 30 hours of community service, and one year of unsupervised probation.

April 29, 2014: Cited for Speeding in North Carolina

On April 29, 2014, Kyle Busch was cited for driving 60 mph in a 45 mph zone on NC 73 in Denver, North Carolina. He claimed he believed the speed limit was 55 mph, but the officer noted his "disrespectful attitude."

December 2, 2019: WWE 24/7 Championship Win

On December 2, 2019, Kyle Busch briefly won the WWE 24/7 Championship by pinning R-Truth during an appearance on WWE Raw, with Michael Waltrip as the guest referee. R-Truth later regained the title. This was part of a cross-promotion with NBC Sports and NASCAR's awards banquet.

2019: Founded Rowdy Energy

In 2019, Kyle Busch and Jeff Church founded Rowdy Energy, an energy drink company based in Del Mar, California.

2019: Kyle Busch wins the NASCAR Cup Series Championship

In 2019, Kyle Busch wins the NASCAR Cup Series Championship

January 2020: First Batch of Rowdy Energy Produced

In January 2020, the first batch of Rowdy Energy was produced, offering ten flavors online, including seven sugar-free, Keto-certified options.

2020: Chase Elliott wins the NASCAR Cup Series Championship

In 2020, Chase Elliott wins the NASCAR Cup Series Championship

2020: Rowdy Energy Branding Debut

In 2020, Rowdy Energy branding first appeared at the 24 Hours of Daytona, with Kyle Busch seen with a Cherry Limeade can and wearing a Rowdy Energy hat. The logo appeared on his Daytona 500 helmet, and he drank Rowdy Energy after his race exit. The brand also sponsored Formula D driver Ken Gushi and races like the Southern Super Series' Rowdy Energy Twin 100s.

2021: Kyle Larson wins the NASCAR Cup Series Championship

In 2021, Kyle Larson wins the NASCAR Cup Series Championship

2022: Joey Logano wins the NASCAR Cup Series Championship

In 2022, Joey Logano wins the NASCAR Cup Series Championship

February 6, 2023: Arrested in Cancún for Handgun Possession

On February 6, 2023, it was reported that Kyle Busch had been arrested in Cancún, Mexico, in January for handgun possession. He was sentenced to 42 months in prison and fined US$1,100. Busch apologized for his lack of awareness regarding Mexican laws.