A 10-year-old kid, barely tall enough to see over the steering wheel, tearing up the track like a mini-tornado, while NASCAR legend Richard Childress watches with a grin that screams, “He is the real deal!” That kid is Brexton Busch, son of Kyle Busch. On Saturday, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, RCR announced a one-year contract extension for Kyle, keeping the two-time Cup Series champ in the No. 8 Chevrolet through 2026, even though he’s been stuck in a 69-race winless streak and a rough 2025 season, averaging an 18th-place finish with only one top-5 in 12 races.

But the real bombshell came during the press conference when the conversation turned to a new Busch on the horizon—Kyle’s 10-year-old son, Brexton. The young racer has already caught the eye of Childress and RCR’s partners, sparking whispers of a future dynasty. With Brexton tearing up the junior racing scene and Childress himself singing his praises, it’s clear RCR isn’t just thinking about progressing with Busch, but maybe looking to develop B-Rex for the Cup ride.

At the press conference, the spotlight wasn’t just on Kyle Busch—it quickly shifted to his son, Brexton, when a reporter asked if the 10-year-old factored into RCR’s long-term plans. Kyle chuckled, saying, “No, I haven’t been Brexton’s agent in negotiating terms for him quite yet. He’s 10 years old, but I will say and [am] grateful to the fact of Richard and all of our partners that we do have at RCR that many of them do take an interest in him and see an interest in him.” He went on to highlight how RCR sponsors are already jumping on board, noting,

“Most notably Lucas Oil is a part of his racing and stuff. Morgan and Morgan has picked up on that, put him in a commercial, so those are really unique situations. Cheddar’s as well too, helps out on his racing.” Kyle Busch added. These partnerships ease the family’s racing budget, a big win for a kid who’s already racked up 48 wins in 2024 alone, including a Millbridge Speedway championship in North Carolina.

Richard Childress didn’t hold back on his admiration for Brexton, revealing a personal connection that dates back to Kyle’s initial signing with RCR. “Yeah, he is doing well, and I did sign him a contract—a $100 bill—when we signed up with Kyle,” Childress said with a grin, recalling the symbolic gesture. “I’ve watched him race some and watched him on some of the YouTube stuff for different things that somebody had sent, and I congratulate him. I texted him and congratulated him on that and watched him run over at Millbridge. He’s a real deal like this one.”

Childress’s praise isn’t just talk. Brexton’s 2025 season has been a stunner, with a Golden Driller win at the Tulsa Shootout and sweeping four Bandoleros features at Southern Showdown, Florence Speedway. But Childress, now 79, added a bittersweet note: “I just hope I am around 10 years from now. I am not as young as I used to be. Maybe Austin or Tyler or who the hell somebody will take over.”

Brexton’s trajectory is already looking bright, and Busch has big plans for his son’s future. “I’d like to keep him on both, just learning that sense of all the different vehicles that you can drive. When he turns 13 or 14, I believe he’s then old enough for like the Super Late Models [on pavement] or like the World of Outlaws Late Model tour or Lucas Oil Late Model tour for the dirt world.” Kyle’s vision is inspired by drivers like Kyle Larson, who can jump from NASCAR to a Sprint Car and win on any given day—something Brexton, with his 48 trophies and 2025 successes, seems poised to emulate.

The support from RCR’s partners is a game-changer for Brexton. Lucas Oil, Morgan and Morgan, and Cheddar’s aren’t just sponsors—they’re betting on a kid who’s already a marketing gem, starring in commercials at 10 years old. Childress’s involvement, from texting Brexton after his Florida championship to watching his races at Millbridge, shows RCR sees him as more than just Kyle’s son; he’s a potential future star. With Brexton already racing Bandoleros, Micros, and set to move to Legends cars this year, his path mirrors the multi-disciplinary approach Kyle values. If Childress’s dream holds, we might see Brexton in an RCR car a decade from now, carrying the Busch legacy forward.

Kyle Busch’s teenage rebellion: The rule that changed NASCAR forever

Brexton’s early success isn’t just a fluke—it’s in his blood, and Kyle Busch’s own teenage years prove it. Back in the early 2000s, a 16-year-old Kyle was already turning heads, but his raw talent came with a side of controversy that forced NASCAR to rewrite its rulebook. In 2001, Kyle made his Craftsman Truck Series debut at Indianapolis Raceway Park, finishing an impressive 9th in just his second start.

He went on to compete in six Truck races that year, earning two top-10s with an average finish of 15.5. But his age became a problem—NASCAR wasn’t ready for a teenager dominating veterans, and after Kyle’s breakout performances, the sanctioning body introduced the “Kyle Busch Rule” in 2002, banning drivers under 18 from competing in national series races. This rule has been revoked now, and 16-year-old drivers can compete in short tracks and road course events.

Although Rowdy is a full-time Cup Series driver, he still likes to showcase his prowess in the Truck Series. Although his winless streak in the Cup has stretched to 69 races, he finds victory lane driving the trucks. He won the race in Atlanta at the start of the 2025 season and bagged a P5 finish at Charlotte. So, the plan is in motion, and Rowdy still is firm on his stance that his retirement will be a topic once Brexton makes it to the Truck Series. And this just might be a new chapter or a new life for Kyle Busch Motorsports.