Tyler Reddick finished seventh in a challenging race, reflecting on his efforts during the final overtime restart and the difficulties faced on pit road. In a post-race interview, he shared insights into his strategy to support his teammate while also aiming for a competitive finish himself.
Balancing Team Support and Personal Competition in Final Restart
During the last overtime restart, Reddick focused on assisting his teammate by giving the strongest push possible to maintain the lead. He acknowledged that while his primary goal was to help his teammate succeed, he also wanted to minimize the gap and remain close enough to vie for a potential win. Despite their efforts, the two drivers became separated in the final moments.
Challenges on Pit Road Affected Race Outcome
Although Reddick praised the speed of his Toyota Camry throughout the race, he admitted that struggles during pit stops hindered their overall performance. He described the pit road difficulties as a tough part of racing that ultimately influenced their result. These setbacks contrasted with the strong pace they demonstrated on the track.
Looking Ahead to the Next Race at Charlotte
Reddick emphasized the importance of focusing on the upcoming race at Charlotte, identifying it as a critical opportunity to improve. Acknowledging the reality of their recent challenges, he expressed determination to address the issues encountered and aim for a stronger finish in the next event.
“I just tried to give him the best push I could. I was really fortunate the previous restart that he was able to hold the lead. I don’t know, I tried to push him, and we just got separated.” ?Tyler Reddick
“Obviously I want to push him out, try to help him win, and then obviously keep the gap closed up to try to be in second and have a shot at it myself.” ?Tyler Reddick
“It was a tough day. I really thought our beast Toyota Camry was really fast. We just had struggles on pit road. That’s part of racing. It’s tough. Yeah, obviously there’s only one thing we can do at Charlotte, and that’s what we’ll be focused on.” ?Tyler Reddick
