Dale Earnhardt Jr Recalls Final Texts With Kyle Busch

Dale Earnhardt Jr revealed his final text exchange with Kyle Busch, just one day before the driver's sudden death on May 21.

What happened?

Dale Earnhardt Jr and Kyle Busch had planned to meet up to discuss a late-model car for the CARS Tour.

Busch was set to drive the vehicle, and they were deciding on a number to run in the race.

Earnhardt Jr said Busch chose to run the "Dale Jr. 8" number, which held special meaning for him.

Earnhardt Jr had driven the car from 1999 to 2007, making Busch's choice extra personal.

Earnhardt Jr became emotional while discussing Busch's death, saying he has a hard time believing his friend and colleague is gone.

He enjoyed learning more about Busch's personal life and how he interacted with others.

Kyle Busch's family announced his cause of death as complications from severe pneumonia that progressed into sepsis.

The NASCAR community, including Earnhardt Jr, remembered Busch as a talented driver and a passionate advocate for the sport.