LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — The NASCAR world is mourning the loss of one of its biggest stars. Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch died at the age of 41 after being hospitalized with what his family described as a severe illness.
A 911 call obtained by The Associated Press showed Busch reported shortness of breath, felt overheated, and was coughing up blood the day before his death.
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AP also reported he became unresponsive while testing in a Chevrolet racing simulator before being taken to a hospital.
FOX 56 News Chief Medical Contributor Dr. Ryan Stanton has long ties to NASCAR and worked with Busch. He spoke about Busch’s legacy…