One of the best to ever do it, Kurt Busch is closer to taking the final step in his NASCAR career, the Hall of Fame.

The NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2026 nominees have been announced - Kurt Busch and Randy LaJoie are the newest additions.

Both Busch and LaJoie, who were named among NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers in 2023, will appear on the Modern Era Ballot, which includes 10 nominees. Voting Day is set for Tuesday, May 20, in Charlotte.