In a weekend marked by emotion and uncertainty, Tyler Reddick competed with his championship hopes put to the test, after the revelation that his newborn son is facing a delicate medical situation. The little one, born in May, has been diagnosed with a tumor in the chest that affects his heart, according to his wife Alexa. Before the race at The Roval circuit of Charlotte Motor Speedway, where Reddick started from the pole position, the couple shared details about their son’s health. Shane van Gisbergen took the victory in the race, leaving Reddick out of the Cup title contention. Alexa Reddick, through social media, reported on her son’s condition, detailing that the tumor is affecting the renal vein and artery, which has caused an enlargement of the heart. The four-month-old child will have to undergo surgery to remove a kidney that no longer functions.
The mother added that, despite the situation, her son remains cheerful, playing and interacting with the medical staff. Tyler Reddick had kept his son’s situation private until his wife decided to make it public before last week’s race at Kansas Speedway. Reddick shared some updates on his son’s health in Charlotte.He will undergo surgery to remove his right kidney. We are not sure when.
Alexa Reddick
The pilot acknowledged that there are still challenges ahead. Reddick, who reached the championship final last year, was below the cut line for the drivers. The race reduced the field of competitors from 12 to eight, eliminating Reddick, his teammate Bubba Wallace, Ross Chastain, and Austin Cindric. Reddick expressed his focus on the race, prioritizing the family situation. Denny Hamlin, co-owner of Reddick’s car, highlighted 23XI Racing’s support in securing the best medical care for Reddick’s son. Hamlin also expressed relief at the progress in understanding the child’s medical situation. Reddick, who started alongside van Gisbergen, who won for the fifth consecutive time on a road or street circuit, valued the support received. The pilot reflected on the emotional impact this situation has had on his family. Reddick thanked for the support received and acknowledged that this is the most difficult situation he has faced. He also commented on the decision to compete in the previous race.Healthier probably isn’t the right word, but I’ve never seen him happier. His color looks good. He’s gained weight. A lot of things are going well.
Tyler Reddick
