"Talk to legal team": Tyler Reddick declines to address 23XI's future after new court twist in NASCAR lawsuit

Following the big twist in the ongoing legal battle between NASCAR and 23XI Racing with Front Row Motorsports, Tyler Reddick was asked for his take on the court news and how it might affect his future, but he chose to guard his words.

On Thursday, the US Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit unanimously ruled that NASCAR no longer needs to treat 23XI and Front Row as chartered teams. The decision vacated the December injunction that had guaranteed them charter protections while their antitrust case proceeds. If no further action is taken, this ruling could potentially force both teams to race as "open" entries.

Ahead of Sunday's (June 8) FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway, during a media session, FOX Sports' Bob Pockrass asked Reddick if there was a concern about qualifying on speed each week to enter races, and he responded in brief words.

"I don't have comment on that, Bob. You'll just have to talk to the legal team," Tyler Reddick said (03:20 onwards).

Meanwhile, 23XI, co-owned by Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan, and Front Row now have 14 days to petition for a rehearing before the full Fourth Circuit. If that fails, another seven days will follow before NASCAR is free to strip its charter status, as early as late June.

When asked how much he was following the legal proceedings, Reddick said:

"The leadership owners are keeping me updated as everything's going on. But aside from that, like I told them, you know, I got to stay focused on what I can control. And that's my preparation and that's, you know, hopefully my proper execution on Saturdays and Sundays."

The implications of charter loss could have deep consequences for the two teams. In addition to lower earnings and sponsor uncertainty, it could also allow Reddick and other teammates to exit their 30-day contract window.

For now, the 45 Toyota Camry XSE driver will start Sunday's race from 12th place. Reddick, who won at Michigan last season, pointed out why it's fun to race there.

Tyler Reddick talks "really fun" speed sensation at Michigan

During the same media interaction, Tyler Reddick talked about the upgraded 2-mile oval in Michigan and pointed out the fun of racing at high speeds.

"You know, there was a period in time there before it was repaved. You know, it was a little bit more like Fontana, but just how fast this track is and how fast you're going all day long. The sensation of speed is is always one that's really fun here," Tyler Reddick said (02:30).

Reddick added that the track was more worn out like Fontana, but became super quick after its repavement. He also mentioned that the old traction compound helps drivers find new lines later in the race.