Kurt Busch vs Jimmie Johnson
Kurt Busch vs Jimmie Johnson: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Kurt Busch and Jimmie Johnson?
A seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, Jimmie Johnson and Kurt Busch often found themselves in fierce competition throughout the 2000s and 2010s. Their contrasting styles and approaches to racing made their encounters particularly compelling.
Kurt Busch
Key numbers
- NASCAR Cup Series Wins34
- NASCAR Cup Series Top Tens339
- NASCAR Cup Series Poles28
- NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Wins5
- NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Wins4
Top honours
- NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Champion2004
- Daytona 500 Winner2017
- Craftsman Truck Series Rookie of the Year2000
- International Race of Champions Champion2003
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Jimmie Johnson
Key numbers
- NASCAR Cup Series Wins83
- NASCAR Cup Series Top Tens375
- NASCAR Cup Series Poles36
- NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Wins1
- NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Wins0
Top honours
- NASCAR Cup Series Champion7 titles (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2016)
- Daytona 500 Winner2 wins (2006, 2013)
- ASA National Tour Rookie of the Year1998