Tyler Reddick captured pole position at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on August 22, 2026, after a dramatic turnaround from a disappointing practice session. The driver improved his lap time enough to outpace his rivals and claim the front spot on the grid.
A Turnaround at New Hampshire
He edged out Josh Berry by just 0.015 seconds, with William Byron taking third, followed by Denny Hamlin and Shane van Gisbergen. The tight margin underscored the competitiveness of the field.
Reddick’s climb was not accidental. After finishing 31st in practice, his crew made key adjustments that unlocked speed, while co‑owner Michael Jordan delivered a pep talk that helped the driver shake off a four‑race slump that had dropped him to fourth in the standings.
The pole marks Reddick’s fourth qualifying highlight of the season and his first since April at Kansas Speedway. Earlier, he had won five of the first nine races, including the Daytona 500, but a string of poor finishes had threatened his championship trajectory.
Josh Berry, starting second, posted a career‑best qualifying result. The Wood Brothers Racing driver has logged three straight top‑10 finishes and is slated to transition to a new ride next season, while his team prepares for the upcoming 2027 lineup.
Reddick’s resurgence adds a fresh storyline to the NASCAR Cup Series as the playoffs approach. With the momentum regained, he looks to convert his qualifying success into race wins and reclaim a leading position in the championship battle.