Brexton Busch Shocks Tulsa Shootout Field — Puts Kyle on Notice
Ten-year-old Brexton Busch has rapidly emerged as one of grassroots racing’s most talked-about young talents and he’s carrying that momentum into the 2026 Tulsa Shootout. After a breakout season that included poles and feature wins, Brexton is slated to race in the A-class restricted wing/non-wing divisions at Tulsa and will also attempt to become the youngest driver to run the wing outlaw class at the event. That milestone — and the fact he’ll be competing in the same division as his father, two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch — has turned what might have been a routine local appearance into a high-profile storyline.
In interviews ahead of Tulsa, Brexton confirmed he’ll be stepping into the non-wing A-class this year, saying his mother finally approved the move, and noted his plans to tackle the wing outlaw class as well. The prospect of father and son on the same card has drawn comparisons to other recent family pairings in short-track racing, and Brexton didn’t hide his competitive intent: he said he’s excited to race his dad and hopes he can beat him. That sibling-style rivalry — father versus son on short ovals — adds an emotional edge to the weekend and gives fans plenty to watch beyond the on-track action.
Behind the scenes, Samantha Busch has been the pragmatic voice in the family, balancing pride with parental concern. She acknowledged the challenge of letting a 10-year-old race more advanced equipment and admitted the emotional complexities of parenting two racers, including occasional missteps in how the family reacts under stress. Despite those worries, she has greenlit Brexton’s move into non-wing competition and remains a steadying presence as the Busch family navigates the demands of racing and family life.
Brexton’s rise at such a young age — from poles to wins and now a push into more challenging classes — makes the Tulsa Shootout a turning point in his early career. With both Busch generations set to share the track, Tulsa offers a rare, high-stakes chapter in a developing story: a precocious youngster testing his mettle against an established Cup veteran, a mother weighing safety and growth, and a short-track scene watching to see whether a 10-year-old can keep climbing the ladder.
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