Tyler Reddick Wins 2026 Daytona 500 for 23XI Racing
Tyler Reddick won the 2026 Daytona 500 on Sunday, claiming NASCAR’s most prestigious race in a thrilling final-lap charge that delivered Michael Jordan’s co-owned 23XI Racing team its first victory in the legendary 500-mile event. Reddick, 30, took the lead just before the finish line, emerging unscathed from multiple crashes that unfolded across the race’s chaotic conclusion at Daytona International Speedway in Florida.
The California native’s dominant final-lap maneuver made him only the fourth driver in Daytona 500 history to win while leading solely on lap 200. Reddick previously finished second in the 2024 Daytona 500 and has now secured his first victory in NASCAR’s Cup Series’ crown jewel race.
2026 Daytona 500 Results and Top Finishers
The complete 2026 Daytona 500 results show Ricky Stenhouse Jr. claiming the runner-up position, with Joey Logano in third. NASCAR’s most popular driver, Chase Elliott, crossed the line in fourth after being overtaken on the final stretch, while Brad Keselowski rounded out the top five. Other notable finishers included Riley Herbst in eighth and Chris Buescher in seventh, both contributing to the competitive field throughout the 200-lap event.
Ross Chastain finished 20th in the final standings, while several drivers encountered issues in the dramatic conclusion. The race, spanning 2.5 miles of high-speed competition, tested every driver’s skill and strategy across its full distance.
Chaotic Final Lap Defines the Race
Entering the final lap, Carson Hocevar held the lead but was forced out of contention when other competitors made aggressive moves through the turns. The resulting chaos involved multiple drivers, including Elliott and Logano, creating the perfect opportunity for Reddick to navigate through the carnage and secure victory.
Denny Hamlin, Reddick’s 23XI Racing co-owner alongside Jordan, was eliminated from contention during the final 10 laps when Corey Heim misjudged a push attempt that forced Hamlin into teammate Christopher Bell, sending both machines toward the wall and out of competition.
Historic Victory for 23XI Racing
The Daytona 500 victory marks a monumental achievement for 23XI Racing, the NASCAR team co-founded by Basketball Hall of Famer Michael Jordan and Hamlin. This first Daytona 500 win for the organization highlights Reddick’s emergence as a top-tier Cup Series competitor, following his success as a two-time Xfinity Series champion in 2018 and 2019.
