“Unbelievable comeback”: Kyle Busch’s P5 finish after hitting the barrier has fans applauding the NASCAR star

Kyle Busch's resilience during the NASCAR street race in Chicago on Sunday drew the admiration of fans on social media.

Despite a chaotic start and an early crash into the tire barrier, the seasoned driver made an unbelievable comeback, securing a commendable fifth-place finish. As a result, NASCAR fans took to social media to applaud Busch's remarkable performance.

The race kicked off amidst high anticipation as drivers prepared to take on a street circuit for the first time in NASCAR history. However, the caution flag was raised just three laps into the race due to Kyle Busch's crash into the tire barrier.

Starting the race from the 18th position, Busch encountered trouble on Columbus Drive when his vehicle lost control approaching Turn 6. With a jarring impact, he collided with the tire barrier at the intersection of Columbus and Balbo Drive.

Fortunately, the safety team swiftly responded, extracting Busch from the tangled mess. The perseverance and expertise of both the driver and his spotter, Derek Kneeland, were crucial in overcoming this setback.

Undeterred by the early crash, Busch defied the odds and transformed a potentially disastrous race into a stunning comeback.

Fans flocked to social media platforms to express their awe and admiration for Busch's incredible display of tenacity. Here are some of the top reactions to Kyle Busch's insane comeback:

"Unbelievable comeback," a user wrote.

"Way to comeback to finish 5th," commented a user.

"Amazing finish after getting stuck under the tire barrier!" read another comment.

Kyle Busch impresses despite early crash in Chicago Street Race

Kyle Busch left spectators in awe despite an early crash during the Chicago Street Race. The NASCAR star, undeterred by the setback, managed to scrape out a fifth-place finish in the first ever street race.

Kyle Busch refused to let his crash at Turn 6 define his performance. At one point, he even found himself in the third position, poised for a potential victory that would have been nothing short of spectacular.

Unfortunately for Busch, debutant Shane van Gisbergen shattered expectations by securing a historic NASCAR win in his first-ever start. Nevertheless, Busch's performance captured the attention and admiration of racing enthusiasts worldwide.

In terms of championship standings, Busch's impressive finish propelled him to the fifth position in the NASCAR Cup series. With 560 points to his name, he is now in close pursuit of the leaders.

Martin Truex Jr. currently holds the top spot, with William Byron, Ross Chastain, and Christopher Bell in tow.