Tyler Reddick stunned the NASCAR Cup Series field at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, posting a blistering lap of 29.054 seconds to claim the pole position. The performance marked a dramatic reversal from a practice session that had left him 31st on the speed chart, a slump that had plagued him for two months.
The turnaround was not just a matter of raw speed. Reddick’s crew made critical adjustments overnight, fine‑tuning the car’s handling to match his driving style. Adding to the momentum, Michael Jordan, the co‑owner of Reddick’s entry, delivered a pep talk that seemed to ignite the driver’s confidence and focus.
A Turnaround Fueled by Trust
Josh Berry, who will line up alongside Reddick on the front row, also enjoyed a breakthrough moment. The Wood Brothers Racing driver qualified second for the first time in his career, extending a streak of three consecutive top‑10 finishes that has positioned him as a serious contender for a 2027 ride.
Beyond the starting grid, Reddick’s resurgence carries broader implications. After opening the season with five wins in nine races — including the Daytona 500 — he had slipped to fourth in the points standings following a string of poor finishes. His recent pole and the promise of a strong race at Richmond, where he led seven laps despite starting 32nd, suggest that the momentum may be here to stay.