Denny Hamlin Is Not Concerned About Tyler Reddick's Future With 23XI Racing

11 months ago

Denny Hamlin Is Not Concerned About Tyler Reddick's Future With 23XI Racing

“We have him under contract. I think he probably feels as confident as we are for December (the trial)," Hamlin said. 23XI does not have a de facto charter status for the rest of the season. Reddick's contract with the team includes a clause that allows him to become a free agent if the team loses its charter.

By Ankit Sharma

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Denny Hamlin Pips Kyle Larson at Gateway to Take Back-to-Back Playoff Poles

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