This weekend, 23XI Racing will field all three teams in open cars. That includes Tyler Reddick and his No. 45 team. This is the result of the pursuit NASCAR lawsuit filed by 23XI and Front Row Motorsports last year.
With charter status revoked this week, 23XI and FRM are up in the air. Certain contractual provisions may be violated due to the absence of a charter with regard to drivers, sponsors and other partners.
In Dover, Tyler Reddick spoke to the media. Dan Gelston of Associated Press on open car racing and whether he had thought about his contract, given the circumstances. Reddick has remained silent on the subject.
“Yeah, anything related to litigation, charters, I don’t have a comment at this time. Thanks though.” Reddick was pressed further on the issue and he doubled down. “I have no comment at this time. Thank you.”
23XI Racing and Front Row hope to receive a new preliminary injunction this week. This would grant them charter status again throughout this season and until the end of the trial. However, the U.S. Court of Appeals could intervene again.
Currently, the teams do not have charter status. None of the drivers were in danger of missing the race this weekend, as fewer than 41 cars were entered in the event. Reddick is fourth overall in points this season and only 53 points behind leader William Byron.
Denny Hamlin asked about Tyler Reddick’s status
Of course, as the owner of the 23XI Racing team, Denny Hamlin was also asked about Tyler Reddick and his status with the team. Reddick is a driver who would be picked up by any team that manages to make a tempting offer.
The good news for 23XI Racing is that there aren’t many organizations that can provide Reddick with better equipment and data. 23XI shares with Joe Gibbs Racing, which means they have more or less top-notch information. Not forgetting the new Air Speed building which now houses the team.
Asked about Tyler Reddick situation, Hamlin kept things secret in Dover this weekend. Not much from him on the subject. “I have no direct comment on that,” Hamlin said, via Jeff Gluck from Athletics.
Tyler Reddick is with 23XI Racing…for now. Could this change before the 2026 season?
