India, May 24 -- North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has ordered all US and state flags to be flown at half-staff to honor late NASCAR driver Kyle Busch following his death at the age of 41.

According to TMZ, the statewide tribute began at sunrise on Saturday and will continue until sunset on Sunday. Busch, who primarily lived in Denver, North Carolina, died in Charlotte earlier this week.

In a statement shared by TMZ, Stein praised Busch's impact on the racing community and beyond.

"Kyle Busch was not just a talented and record-setting driver; he was also a kind person," the governor said. "His loss will be felt throughout the entire NASCAR community and well beyond ... may his memory be a blessing."

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