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Tyler Reddick Wins 2026 Daytona 500 for 23XI With Last-Lap Charge

The win reflected a personal rebound following his infant son's tumor surgery, with visible backing from 23XI leadership.

Overview

  • Reddick took the checkered flag on Feb. 15 after bursting through a last-lap wreck at Daytona International Speedway.
  • He led only the final lap, becoming the 25th different leader of the race for a new Daytona 500 record.
  • The victory ended a 38-race winless streak for 23XI Racing after a difficult 2025 season.
  • He celebrated in victory lane with his wife, sons Beau and Rookie, as co-owner Michael Jordan embraced him and helped hoist the trophy.
  • Rookie’s health improved following October surgery to remove a kidney after a chest tumor compressed his renal vessels, and Reddick credited support from owners Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin as well as fellow driver Joey Logano.