After a dominant weekend, Tyler Reddick of 23XI Racing secured the pole position for the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Reddick, who posted a fast lap of 181.932 miles per hour, beat out Denny Hamlin to claim his second pole of the season and his first at IMS. This race marks the return of the NASCAR Cup Series to the oval at IMS, with drivers navigating the track for the first time in the Next Gen car.
The transition to the oval has been challenging for many drivers, but Reddick’s prior success at IMS, including a win on the road course in 2022, gives him confidence heading into Sunday’s race. If he can maintain his speed, Reddick could become the first NASCAR Cup Series driver to win on both the IMS oval and road course.
Reddick expressed his excitement for the opportunity to potentially win the Brickyard 400, highlighting the importance of qualifying well for success on Sunday. With the green flag scheduled for 2:30 p.m., fans are eager to see if Reddick can continue his impressive performance and secure a victory at the iconic track.
If Reddick emerges victorious, he plans to celebrate with a “nice little make-out session” with the Yards of Bricks, cementing his place in IMS history. The anticipation is high as Reddick aims to add another milestone to his racing career at the famed Brickyard oval.
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