Chris Buescher’s Rise: From Xfinity Champ to Cup Series Star, RFK Racing Looks Strong in 2024
Chris Buescher’s NASCAR journey continues to gain momentum as the RFK Racing driver heads into the 2024 season with renewed confidence and rising expectations. Since making his NASCAR Cup Series debut in 2015, Buescher has built a solid résumé, collecting five career victories and over 50 top-ten finishes. But it’s his steady improvement—and breakout success in 2023—that has fans and analysts alike taking serious notice.
Buescher’s path to the Cup Series was anything but ordinary. Before reaching NASCAR’s top level, he captured titles in both the ARCA Menards Series and the NASCAR Xfinity Series, showcasing his versatility and championship mindset. That foundation has translated into a growing presence in the Cup Series, especially under the RFK Racing banner.
Last season was a turning point. Buescher scored three wins in 2023, including back-to-back triumphs at Richmond Raceway and Michigan International Speedway—an impressive feat that underlined both his driving talent and RFK’s technical progress. Those performances helped elevate the team into the conversation alongside NASCAR’s top contenders.
Under the leadership of Brad Keselowski, RFK Racing has emerged as one of the most improved organizations in the garage. The team’s recent gains in speed, strategy, and consistency have made them a weekly threat, and Buescher’s calm, calculated style behind the wheel complements the team’s growing strength.
Heading into 2024, expectations are high. Buescher appears poised for another strong campaign, with many expecting multiple wins and a deep playoff run. With momentum on his side and RFK’s resurgence in full swing, Chris Buescher may be on the verge of establishing himself as a perennial contender in the NASCAR Cup Series. His journey from champion prospect to Cup star is well underway—and far from finished.
