Samantha Busch shares emotional message after Brexton Busch’s first win since Kyle’s passing

Brexton Busch is back in the winner’s circle. It’s the first time since the tragic passing of his father, NASCAR legend Kyle Busch. Samantha Busch posted the details of the win on her Instagram. In restricted micros, Brexton started p14. He drove his way through the field for the win on Saturday night. “This is the first win since Kyle’s passing,” said Samantha. “There was a lot of emotions to say the very least. Beyond proud of him, not just for winning, but all that he’s navigating at a young age. “Beyond shattered, Kyle is not here to be a part of this. Beyond grateful for all the support and the amazing people we have around us.” Samantha Busch sent out a lengthy, heartfelt note of gratitude. She thanked the NASCAR community, drivers, wives, family, and fans. Samantha’s note “As another race day approaches, I’m reminded again how much it hurts that we’re not there cheering on Kyle,” said Busch. “It still feels surreal watching from the couch, and I still catch myself looking for his name on the leaderboard. At the same time, I’m filled with gratitude. “To the NASCAR community and every single fan, thank you. Over the past weeks, you’ve surrounded Brexton, Lennix and me in ways I will never be able to fully put into words. You have honored Kyle’s life and legacy, shared your memories, prayed for us, cried with us, and reminded us just how deeply he was loved. “I’ll never forget sitting beside Brexton during intros at the Coke 600. As each driver walked onto that stage wearing Kyle gear, doing his signature bow, tears were streaming down my face to see how much Kyle is loved. Watching Brexton, though every time a driver walked out in his tee he’d light up with a smile and look of awe. To see his heroes choose to wear his shirt in honor of his Dad made him feel so special. To see your child smile during such darkness is all a mom can ask for. “The NASCAR wives, thank you for showing up with meals when I couldn’t think about cooking, for the texts that reminded me I wasn’t alone, for continuing to love on us in the midst of your busy lives. You didn’t just love on me; you loved on our children. Your kids made Lennix the sweetest cards, and she still looks at them and asks, “When are we going back to the MRO to see my friends?” “Behind the scenes, our family and closest friends carried me through moments I honestly don’t know how I would have survived. They stepped in when I physically and emotionally couldn’t, sat with me in the silence, loved our children like their own, and reminded me over and over that I didn’t have to walk this road alone. “And to the fans… thank you for loving us through every high and every low over the years. Your prayers, stories, and unwavering support have always meant so much to us. “For nearly twenty years NASCAR has been our home and these past several weeks have reminded me that NASCAR isn’t just a sport, it truly is a family.