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Race for the Championship is a new docu-series that opens up the lives and the thought processes of the drivers and also the people involved in the top flight of NASCAR. In the latest episode, Kyle Busch appeared and candidly opened up about his contract debacle and the problems he faced with JGR this year. Fans soon were seen sympathizing with the two-time Cup Series Champion over social media.

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Busch’s 2022 season playoff run ended at Bristol, where he lost his engine and was subsequently eliminated. Following the race, he stated, “I’m flabbergasted. Two engine failures in three weeks. That’ll do it to you.”

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In the episode, Busch mentioned that he that as time passed on he started to feel abandoned by JGR and questioned his future. He also spoke about how JGR was like a family to him and all of a sudden, everything flipped.

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NASCAR fans sympathize with Kyle Busch

As fans witnessed the episode, they were in disbelief that Busch chose to speak about the situation in such a light-hearted manner.

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One fan stated, “After the latest #RaceForTheChampionship I’m shook!! I can only imagine that @KyleBuschwould love to GTFO of the ‘22 season & give it a& kiss my a** send off! The crap he’s been handed this year is like a round of “Never Have I Ever…” Hats off KB! You deserved better!” While another mentioned, crazy seeing the way kyle busch’s relationship with JGR fell apart. Even though I’ve never been the biggest kyle guy, gibbs definitely did him wrong. #RaceForTheChampionship…

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However, Busch is finally leaving JGR after spending 15 long years with the team to join RCR next season. Hopefully, he can call the new setting his home for years ahead.

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Srijan Mandal is a NASCAR writer at EssentiallySports. With a Master's Degree in Journalism from a top institution, Srijan has written over 1000 articles across various platforms. His passion for racing began at a young age and has only grown stronger over time. From Formula 1 to NASCAR and from World Rally Championship to World Endurance Championship, Srijan has followed and studied all aspects of these thrilling sports. Srijan's passion for racing extends beyond writing. He is an avid participant in professional open-wheel sim racing and enjoys producing music, which he shares on popular streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music under the moniker "Lunaprism".

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