Tyler Reddick seized the top spot in the NASCAR Cup Series qualifying session at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, posting a blistering lap of 29.054 seconds that edged out teammate Josh Berry by a mere 0.015 seconds.
A Turnaround Fueled by Strategy and Inspiration
The achievement marks a dramatic turnaround for Reddick, who had been mired in 31st place during practice just hours earlier. A flurry of aerodynamic tweaks and a strategic focus on tire management allowed the driver to extract the extra tenth needed for pole position.
Adding a human element to the performance, Michael Jordan, the NBA legend and co‑owner of Reddick’s 23XI Racing entry, delivered a pep talk that seemed to ignite the driver’s confidence heading into the final run.
Reddick’s resurgence comes after a six‑race stretch that saw him tumble to fourth in the championship standings, plagued by a string of finishes outside the top ten. His 11th‑place run at Richmond Raceway, where he led seven laps despite starting 32nd, hinted at the latent speed that would later surface at New Hampshire.
With Berry qualifying second in what is already his career‑best effort, the duo now heads into the upcoming race with momentum on their side, aiming to translate qualifying pace into a strong finish that could reshape the playoff picture.