Tyler Reddick seized control of the NASCAR Cup Series Freeway Insurance 500 at Phoenix Raceway on Sunday with a late-race pass that secured his sixth win of the 2026 season. Driving the No. 45 Toyota for 23XI Racing, Reddick overtook Chase Briscoe after the final restart and held off challengers to bring his team a victory in the desert.
This triumph marked Reddick’s first since April’s race at Kansas and extended his lead as the driver with the most wins this season. The Phoenix race saw Joey Logano take both Stage 1 and Stage 2, but it was Reddick who ultimately dominated the closing laps.
Ryan Blaney finished closely behind in second place, with Chase Elliott coming in third. Christopher Bell and Corey Heim rounded out the top five, showing strong performances throughout the race. Other notable Chase contenders included Daniel Suarez, Chase Briscoe, and Ross Chastain, who all finished within the top ten.
The race unfolded with intense competition among the Chase field, as several drivers battled for critical playoff points. Joey Logano’s early stage wins demonstrated his pace, but Reddick’s timing on the late restart proved decisive. After restarting behind Briscoe, Reddick executed a clean pass to take the lead and maintain it to the finish line.
The full results feature a mix of veterans and rising talent. Josh Berry and Carson Hocevar also made solid runs, while established names like Noah Gragson, Brad Keselowski, and Bubba Wallace finished further back in the pack. Several drivers with Chase playoff eligibility showed resilience, including Ryan Preece, Austin Cindric, and William Byron.
The race at Phoenix added another chapter to the ongoing Cup Series season, with Reddick’s win underscoring his current form. The 23XI Racing Toyota team now holds a strong position as the season progresses toward the final rounds.
With this victory, Reddick continues to build momentum as the series moves forward. The late-race restart pass at Phoenix stands out as a critical moment that delivered his sixth checkered flag of the year.
According to Yahoo Sports.
