Tyler Reddick sent to rear ahead of historic San Diego race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 7:23 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Tyler Reddick, the points leader in the NASCAR Cup Series, will start from the rear of the field for Sunday’s inaugural Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado. This decision came after Reddick's team made unapproved adjustments due to splitter damage during qualifying. The penalty represents a significant challenge for Reddick, who was aiming for a strong showing at this landmark event. Other drivers, Christopher Bell and Erik Jones, also received penalties for similar infractions and will join Reddick at the back of the grid.
- •Tyler Reddick penalized for unapproved adjustments after qualifying damage.
- •Race at Naval Base Coronado is NASCAR's first on an active military site.
- •Christopher Bell and Erik Jones also sent to the rear of the field.
- •Reddick enters the race as the Cup Series points leader.
- •The event marks an important milestone in NASCAR history.
- 7:23 PMYahoo Sports — NASCAR Championship Leader Tyler Reddick Sent to Rear Before Historic San Diego Race
"Tyler Reddick's day got more difficult before the green flag even waved. NASCAR sent the Cup Series points leader to the rear of the field ahead of Sunday's historic race at Naval Base Coronado, while Christopher Bell and Erik Jones…
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