When it comes to recognizing talent, Kyle Busch is one of the most respected figures in the NASCAR world. So, when he praises a driver, it holds weight. In a recent interview, Busch gave a ringing endorsement of Josh Berry. He stated that he is one of the best drivers to come through the late-model stock ranks. Berry’s remarkable contributions to Hendrick Motorsports during Chase Elliott’s injury as well as Alex Bowman‘s recent accident are well known. As he showcased his incredible talent on the track during his few races, he also patiently awaited the recognition he merited.

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In a recent interview when Busch was asked about his thoughts on Hendrick Motorsports‘ rising star, he said, “I look at Josh Berry probably today as being one of the absolute best of that world, coming in through the late model stock ranks that he did. I remember a race he ran at Myrtle Beach–it might have been the last one at Myrtle Beach–where he fell all the way around to be about a lap down to the leader.” 

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He further added, “He rode there in front of that guy for 40 laps, and then with 30 to go or something, he took off and drove all the way back around, passed that leader and won the race, I have no clue how to do that. I remember me racing at Berlin trying to ride around and save tires, and then the caution came out and there was a restart with 10 or 15 laps to go. I was like–alright, I’m going to get ‘em now and I had nothing to go with. So that’s the biggest thing that I see sometimes, is like how hard are you pushing.”

Coming from a driver with Busch’s experience and success, this endorsement is a significant boost for Berry’s career. It demonstrates that his talents are not going unnoticed and that he has the potential to be a successful driver in NASCAR. It also highlights Berry’s impressive performance during his few races in the Cup Series and his recent success standing in for Alex Bowman at Richmond Raceway.

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NASCAR fans are no strangers to the concept of driver succession. Whenever veteran driver announces their retirement, the sport eagerly awaits their successor. In Kevin Harvick’s case, fans have been speculating about his replacement for quite some time. Harvick, who has been racing for over two decades, has announced that he plans to retire at the end of the 2023 season.

As Kevin Harvick enters his final days in the Cup Car, speculation is rife about who will take his place. Given Harvick’s history of nurturing young talent, the rumors of Josh Berry’s contract with KHI Management, Harvick’s agency, have further fueled speculations that he could take the wheel of the #4 car. While these rumors are yet to be confirmed, Berry’s impressive performance has already garnered attention and support for him from key figures in the sport, such as Kyle Busch. In any case, Berry has proven himself to be an incredibly talented driver. And his fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of his next move.

Replacing a legend like Harvick is no small feat. He has had an incredibly successful career in NASCAR, with numerous wins, championships, and records to his name. Any driver who takes over the #4 car will have big shoes to fill, and Berry is no exception.

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However, he has shown that he has the talent and drive to be successful in the Cup Series. His impressive performances standing in for Chase Elliott and Alex Bowman demonstrate that he has what it takes to compete at the highest level.