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Tyler Reddick walks on the grid before the NASCAR Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway. The 23XI Racing driver entered the weekend riding a three-race win streak before finishing eighth.
Tyler Reddick has made a strong start to the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season. The 30-year-old driver has four wins in the first six races and leads the NASCAR Cup Series standings.
His latest win came at Darlington Raceway, where he added to his growing record. Reddick now has 12 career Cup Series wins, with nine of those coming since he joined 23XI Racing in 2023.
As the NASCAR Cup Series heads to Martinsville Speedway for the Cook Out 400, Reddick will start eighth after Saturday’s qualifying. At the same time, contract discussions between the driver and team have continued during this Cup Series race weekend.
Tyler Reddick Speaks on Contract Talks
Reddick addressed his contract situation before practice during the Cup Series weekend. He kept his comments clear and focused on the process.
“We’re going through the process,” he said. “We’ll just see how it goes, and hopefully it’ll be done soon.”
He also spoke about his future in the Cup Series with 23XI Racing in a separate interview with The Athletic’s Jordan Bianchi.
“I want to be here; I love racing here at 23XI, and I’m looking forward to getting all buttoned up so we can move on.”
His comments confirmed that talks are ongoing as the NASCAR Cup Series season continues.
NASCAR Cup Series Performance Puts Reddick in a Strong Position
Reddick’s results in the NASCAR Cup Series this season have placed him at the top of the standings. His win at Darlington Raceway marked his fourth victory in six NASCAR Cup Series races. He has shown speed across different track types early in the Cup Series season.
Since joining 23XI Racing in 2023, Reddick has become a key part of the team’s NASCAR Cup Series program. Nine of his 12 career Cup Series wins have come with the organization. His performances include race wins and consistent finishes across the NASCAR Cup Series schedule.
Reddick will start from pole position at Martinsville Speedway for the Cook Out 400. The short track is a key stop on the Cup Series calendar, where track position and control play a major role.
23XI Racing Looks Ahead to Martinsville Speedway
Team co-owner Denny Hamlin also spoke about Reddick’s progress during the Cup Series weekend. He said a deal could be completed soon and praised the driver’s development.
“Soon,” Hamlin said when asked about the timeline. He added that Reddick “deserves everything he gets.”
Hamlin also reflected on Reddick’s growth after the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season.
“He’s lived up to the expectations for us. We’re seeing this year, he’s putting it all together, and our race cars are really fast, too. They’re winning races that they’re overcoming something. That shows his maturity.”
The Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway is the next NASCAR Cup Series race. Drivers will manage traffic, tire wear, and restarts on the short track. Reddick enters the race from the pole and will look to continue his results in the Cup Series season.
Dogli Wilberforce is a writer covering NASCAR, Formula 1, and the IndyCar Series for Heavy Sports. He has also written for Sportsnaut, FanSided, Total Apex Sports, and Last Word on Sports. Wilberforce focuses on the NASCAR Cup Series, breaking down news, driver stories, and key moments with a clear, fast, and engaging style. His work connects headlines to context, helping readers understand what matters most in the sport. More about Dogli Wilberforce
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