Tyler Reddick, the 23XI Racing driver, is confronting a deeply personal struggle as his four-month-old son, Rookie, fights serious heart problems in the ICU. While Reddick continues his push toward the NASCAR Round of 8, his focus is divided due to the critical condition of his infant son, a situation made public by his wife, Alexa DeLeon Reddick.
Alexa’s Social Media Post Reveals Son’s Heart Failure Struggles
Alexa recently shared updates on social media, revealing the challenges Rookie has faced with his health. After repeated visits to their pediatrician, Alexa sensed something more serious was wrong, highlighting the urgency of their son’s condition:
“After a run around for months with the pediatrician office, I knew what was going on was something bigger. Always trust your mom’s gut. Our sweet Rookie was showing signs of heart failure that were being missed.” — Alexa DeLeon Reddick
She conveyed both worry and hope, emphasizing their reliance on faith and expert medical care during this uncertain time:
“Please, please pray for this sweet guy that God heals his heart. With God, Rookie, and his amazing doctors here at Levine’s, I believe He can. We are in the cardiovascular ICU while we get some answers and work on improving heart function,”
Alexa’s message demonstrates the severity of Rookie’s health battle and the family’s determination to support him through it.
Reddick’s Performance on Track Amid Personal Challenges
Despite the emotional weight at home, Tyler Reddick managed to place his No. 45 car inside the top 10 at Kansas Speedway. However, he remains 29 points behind the cutoff, positioned 11th and still vying for a coveted spot in the Round of 8. The racing season’s intensity contrasts sharply with his personal turmoil.
Father’s Emotional Reflection on Son’s Health Condition
Following the race, Reddick spoke openly about the difficulty of balancing professional demands with his son’s critical condition. Fighting to hold back his emotions, he shared the depth of concern he feels as a father of two sons:
“It’s difficult, it’s not what you want for your kids. It’s not, as a father, my first son, Beau’s hit his head, bruised himself up, cut himself up, but yeah.”
“What my son Rookie is going through is serious. A tricky situation and just more than anything, just ready to get on a plane and go home… Thankfully, he’s doing well enough that I don’t know where you even classify it. I would[n’t] say it was off the table depending on how things were going, but thankfully he’s doing well enough to where me and my wife are on the same page about staying,” — Tyler Reddick
His statements illustrate the complexity of the situation and the relief at small positive signs, even amidst ongoing uncertainty.
Ongoing Battle for Rookie’s Recovery and Family’s Resilience
Updates since Alexa’s initial post have been scarce, but the seriousness of Rookie’s heart condition remains clear. The family is relying on top-tier medical care at Levine’s Cardiovascular ICU and the power of collective prayers. Tyler Reddick now carries the heavy burden of competing fiercely on the racetrack while remaining emotionally tethered to his infant son’s health fight at home.
This dual challenge highlights the human side of a professional athlete’s life, underscoring Reddick’s resilience both as a competitor and a father. The coming weeks will be critical as Rookie’s condition develops and Reddick continues his pursuit of success on the NASCAR circuit.
Tyler Reddick on his four-month old son Rookie being in the ICU undergoing tests after showing signs of heart failure: "It's difficult. … What my son Rookie is going through is serious. A tricky situation. More than anything, I'm just ready to get on a plane and go home." pic.twitter.com/7FArQ50fW0
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) September 28, 2025
