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Tyler Reddick secures the pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway, marking his fourth of the season. This standout performance positions him to chase his fifth victory, a feat only three drivers have achieved in the first nine races of a season.
Reddick clocks an impressive lap at 185.300 mph during a chilly Saturday qualifying session, narrowly edging out team owner Denny Hamlin for the top spot. This marks Reddick's second pole at Kansas, as he aims to replicate the success of legends like Dale Earnhardt, the last driver to win five out of nine races in 1987. Reddick reflects on past struggles at the track, emphasizing the importance of their previous fall race as a foundation for improvement.
Toyota continues to dominate Kansas, claiming five of the last six poles. Reddick's average finish of 5.5 this season is the best since 2021, while Hamlin, with four wins at this track, considers Kansas one of his favorites. Ty Gibbs starts third after his first career win at Bristol, with Kyle Larson alongside him in Row 2. Reddick remains focused, stating, "It's one week at a time," as he looks to extend his points lead.
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