Tyler Reddick secured his second consecutive victory by winning the Autotrader 400 at the end of an intense overtime battle on Sunday. This victory followed his Daytona 500 win just a week earlier, marking a rare and notable feat for Reddick and his team, 23XI Racing.
Reddick’s Second Straight Triumph
With this latest success, Tyler Reddick claimed his 10th career NASCAR Cup Series victory and became only the sixth driver in history to win both the Daytona 500 and the following race in the same season. Although he went winless throughout the 2025 season, Reddick has made an explosive start to 2026 by dominating the opening two races.
Decisive Moves in Overtime Laps
In the closing moments, Reddick was running third behind Carson Hocevar and fellow 23XI Racing teammate Bubba Wallace. Wallace briefly led during overtime, but Reddick surged ahead just as the final lap began. Chase Briscoe mounted a strong challenge to overtake him, yet the No. 45 car held firm to cross the finish line first.
Critical Incident Shaping the Race Outcome
A crash involving William Byron with four laps remaining triggered the overtime period. Byron reflected on the incident by telling FOX Sports’ Bob Pockrass, “just got loose.” This moment proved pivotal in setting the stage for Reddick’s clutch performance in the extended laps.
Top Finishers at the Autotrader 400
The final race results were led by Reddick followed by Chase Briscoe and Ross Chastain in third. Carson Hocevar secured fourth place, with Daniel Suarez rounding out the top five. Notable competitors including Shane Van Gisberg, Zane Smith, and Bubba Wallace also finished within the top ten, demonstrating strong performances throughout the event.
Looking Ahead to the Next Race
The NASCAR Cup Series action continues with the DuraMax Grand Prix Powered by RelaDyne scheduled for Sunday, March 1, at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. This next race will be broadcast live on FOX and the FOX Sports app, where fans will eagerly watch to see if Reddick can extend his winning streak.
