India, May 22 -- Kyle Busch's sudden 'severe illness' and hospitalization has sent the NASCAR community into a frenzy. What happened to the two-time Cup Series champion? Is he OK? As several questions popped up, the star racer's family and team issued a statement.

Meanwhile, Busch will not compete at Charlotte Motor Speedway this weekend, it was confirmed. His family posted the news on social media and said he is currently undergoing treatment.

"We ask for understanding and privacy as our family navigates this situation," the statement read.

While the nature of the illness was not immediately revealed, Busch's recent health issues were pretty public.

It was during a Cup Series race on May 10 at Watkins Glen that the star racer sent a ...