Tyler Reddick Wins Again, Adds Darlington to Early 2026 Success

Reddick matches 23XI Racing's single-season win record just six races into the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season.

Mar. 23, 2026 at 2:50am

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Tyler Reddick won the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway on Sunday, his fourth victory in the first six races of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season. Reddick, driving for 23XI Racing, overcame early issues with his car's alternator and battery to battle back and pass his teammate Brad Keselowski for the lead late in the race, ultimately winning by over 5 seconds.

Why it matters

Reddick's early-season success has put him in elite company, matching the single-season win record for 23XI Racing just six races into the year. His ability to overcome adversity and still find victory lane has been a key factor in his hot start, and has him firmly in the championship conversation early on.

The details

Reddick started on pole position alongside his 23XI Racing teammate Bubba Wallace, but faced issues with his car's alternator and battery throughout the race. After a long pit stop to replace the battery, Reddick was able to rebound and chase down his teammate Keselowski for the lead in the final stage. Reddick made the pass for the lead with 28 laps to go and pulled away for the victory.

  • Reddick won the Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway on Sunday, March 23, 2026.
  • This was Reddick's fourth win in the first six races of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season.

The players

Tyler Reddick

A 30-year-old NASCAR driver currently competing in the Cup Series for 23XI Racing. Reddick has emerged as an early championship contender in 2026 with four wins in the first six races.

Bubba Wallace

Reddick's teammate at 23XI Racing, who started on the front row alongside Reddick at Darlington.

Brad Keselowski

A veteran NASCAR driver who competes for RFK Racing. Keselowski led laps and won both stages at Darlington before being passed by Reddick late in the race.

Chris Buescher

Keselowski's RFK Racing teammate, who was hit from behind by Reddick while entering pit road, causing damage to Buescher's car.

Ryan Blaney

A Penske Racing driver who rebounded from pit road issues to finish third at Darlington.

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What they’re saying

“I know never to give up. I think it's very fitting that when we finally get our first win at Darlington, 'The Lady in Black' would test us like that.”

— Tyler Reddick

What’s next

Reddick will look to continue his hot start to the season and potentially break 23XI Racing's single-season win record as the NASCAR Cup Series heads to the next race.

The takeaway

Tyler Reddick's early-season dominance has put him in elite company, matching 23XI Racing's single-season win record in just six races. His ability to overcome adversity and still find victory lane has been a key factor in his success, and has him firmly in the championship conversation as the season progresses.