Nascar star Kyle Busch died of severe pneumonia and sepsis, family says

The driver died aged 41 on Thursday after "overwhelming complications" from the illnesses.

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A medical evaluation showed the illness resulted "in rapid and overwhelming associated complications", the statement said.

Busch died suddenly aged 41 on Thursday after what his family had described as a "severe illness".

Nascar described Busch as a "rare talent, one who comes along once in a generation". He won two Cup Series titles and 63 races.

Busch had been in the middle of his 22nd season in Nascar's top division at the time of his death.