Tyler Reddick Chases Historic NASCAR Streak at Phoenix

23XI Racing star aims for fourth straight win to open 2026 season

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Tyler Reddick is rewriting the NASCAR record books with three consecutive wins to start the 2026 season, a feat never before accomplished in the sport's 78-year history. The 23XI Racing driver, co-owned by Michael Jordan, will look to continue his dominant start at the Straight Talk Wireless 500 at Phoenix Raceway on March 8th.

Why it matters

Reddick's early-season success has captivated NASCAR fans and put 23XI Racing, the team co-owned by Michael Jordan, firmly in the spotlight. A fourth straight win would cement Reddick's place in the record books and further boost the profile of the rising team.

The details

Despite leading the most laps this season (112), Reddick faces stiff competition at Phoenix, where he has never won but finished third in 2023. Challengers include Ryan Blaney (+380), the current odds favorite, as well as past Phoenix winner Christopher Bell (+850) and veteran Denny Hamlin (+1000). Experts Phil Bobbitt and Steve Greco suggest a prop bet on Brad Keselowski over Kyle Busch based on Keselowski's statistical advantages on short, flat tracks.

  • Tyler Reddick has won the first three races of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season.
  • The Straight Talk Wireless 500 at Phoenix Raceway is scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2026.

The players

Tyler Reddick

A rising star in NASCAR, Reddick is the first driver to win the first three races of a season in the sport's 78-year history.

Michael Jordan

Co-owner of 23XI Racing, the team that fields Reddick's car, bringing additional star power and attention to the organization.

Ryan Blaney

The current odds favorite to win the Straight Talk Wireless 500 at Phoenix Raceway.

Christopher Bell

The defending Phoenix champion, looking to repeat his success at the track.

Denny Hamlin

A veteran driver and co-owner of 23XI Racing, competing against his own driver Reddick at Phoenix.

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