Bubba Wallace Hopes to Build on Life-Changing Moment by Adding a 2nd Brickyard 400 Win to Resume
Tyler Reddick said his 23XI Racing car lacked speed and balance, leaving the team searching for answers before qualifying.
- Tyler Reddick, 23XI Racing driver, finished eighth on the speed chart during Friday practice at Indianapolis Motor Speedway but struggled with his No. 45 Toyota ahead of the Brickyard 400.
- After opening the 2026 season with five victories, including three straight races, Reddick has recently struggled with mechanical issues and on-track incidents. He aims to regain momentum before The Chase begins.
- Reddick reported the car lacked both speed and balance, noting the session felt completely different from previous visits to the track. With qualifying ahead, he and crew chief Billy Scott are working to resolve setup challenges.
- Defending Brickyard 400 winner Bubba Wallace also experienced a difficult start, banging his car against the wall during Friday's practice. With 39 drivers competing Sunday on the 2.5-mile oval, the field faces demanding conditions.
- Reddick believes a turnaround is still possible, emphasizing that every race before The Chase is critical for building confidence. He stressed the team must solve its issues quickly to return to the performance level demonstrated earlier this year.
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