Kurt Busch Returns to Race of Champions

Kurt Busch, the 2004 NASCAR Cup Series champion, is making his return to racing after being sidelined for over two years due to a concussion suffered at Pocono Raceway in 2022. Busch has been medically cleared to compete in the 2025 Race of Champions (ROC) in Sydney, Australia, teaming up with Travis Pastrana to represent Team USA. This marks Busch's third appearance at the ROC, where he previously competed in 2017. The event, scheduled for March 7-8, will feature top drivers like Sebastian Vettel and Valtteri Bottas. Despite retiring from NASCAR in 2023, Busch's return to racing showcases his enduring passion and commitment to the sport. Fredrik Johnsson, president of ROC, expressed excitement over Busch's participation alongside other motorsport legends.