Tyler Reddick 'close' to signing contract extension with 23XI Racing

Tyler Reddick has been the best driver in the NASCAR Cup Series during the 2026 season. After winning the first three races of the 2026 season, Reddick won at Darlington Raceway, giving 23XI Racing its fourth win of the campaign. Now, the driver of the No.

45 car is working on an extension with 23XI Racing. Reddick and 23XI Racing are "close" to a contract extension that would keep him in the No. 45 car long-term, as reported by The Athletic's Jordan Bianchi .

23XI Racing owner Denny Hamlin said the two sides were closing in on a deal during a team party to celebrate Reddick's Daytona 500 victory. Reddick is one of the biggest names in the NASCAR silly season cycle for the 2027 season, and 23XI Racing wants to make sure he doesn't leave the No. 45 team.

The 23XI Racing driver has championship winning potential, and based off the start of the 2026 season, this could be the year he lifts the trophy. More: Bubba Wallace addresses wreck with Carson Hocevar at Martinsville This article originally appeared on Motorsports Wire: Tyler Reddick 'close' to signing contract extension with 23XI Racing