Tyler Reddick Secures Victory at Darlington in Thrilling Goodyear 400
Darlington, S.C. – Tyler Reddick of 23XI Racing triumphed at Darlington Raceway on Sunday, March 22, 2026, winning the Goodyear 400 and marking his fourth victory of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season. Reddick overtook Brad Keselowski with over 30 laps remaining and held on for a convincing win.
Reddick Overcomes Early Challenges
Despite dealing with voltage issues from the start of the race, Reddick demonstrated remarkable resilience and speed, ultimately proving to be the fastest driver on the track. He secured the victory by a margin of 5.847 seconds over Keselowski. This win is the 12th of Reddick’s 224-race NASCAR Cup Series career.
Race Results: Top Five Finishers
The top five finishers at the Goodyear 400 were:
- 1. Tyler Reddick (No. 45 23XI Racing Toyota)
- 2. Brad Keselowski (No. 6 Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing Ford)
- 3. Ryan Blaney (No. 12 Team Penske Ford)
- 4. Carson Hocevar (No. 77 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet)
- 5. Austin Cindric (No. 2 Team Penske Ford)
Stage Winners and Full Race Standings
Brad Keselowski won both Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the race, showcasing early dominance. Still, Reddick’s consistent speed and ability to overcome adversity ultimately led him to victory.
| Fin | Car | Driver | Laps | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45 | Tyler Reddick | 293 | — |
| 2 | 6 | Brad Keselowski (S1) (S2) | 293 | 5.847 |
| 3 | 12 | Ryan Blaney | 293 | 11.395 |
| 4 | 77 | Carson Hocevar | 293 | 12.950 |
| 5 | 2 | Austin Cindric | 293 | 16.405 |
*(S1) Stage 1 winner, (S2) Stage 2 winner*
Looking Ahead
The NASCAR Cup Series now heads to Martinsville Speedway next weekend, where Reddick will face another challenging race. His strong start to the 2026 season positions him as a top contender for the championship.
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