NASCAR History at COTA! Tyler Reddick’s DOMINANT Run, Lawsuit Update & Phoenix Preview

NASCAR History at COTA! Tyler Reddick’s DOMINANT Run, Lawsuit Update & Phoenix Preview

Author: FOX Sports March 3, 2026 Duration: 56:33
Tyler Reddick rewrites NASCAR history with three straight Cup Series wins to open the 2026 season, becoming the first driver since 1949 to start 3-for-3, as COTA delivers chaos, mechanical failures, late-race drama, and major playoff implications. On this episode of Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour, Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith break down Reddick’s dominant weekend, Shane van Gisbergen’s push to second, Ty Gibbs’ statement finish, Kyle Larson’s cool suit malfunction, Alex Bowman’s early exit, Ross Chastain’s costly penalty, and the latest developments in the Joe Gibbs Racing–Chris Gabehart lawsuit. The crew then previews Phoenix Raceway — where Harvick won nine Cup races — explaining what makes the track so challenging and revealing their official race predictions for the weekend. Mamba’s Social Sips dives into Bill Elliott’s vintage victory at age 70, Myatt Snider’s last-second braking advice, and fan voicemails from around the country. 0:00 - Intro 2:32 - COTA Weekend Recap 33:54 - Phoenix Preview 42:30 - Mamba’s Social Sips 50:05 - Last Call Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pull up a stool and settle in for Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX. Each week, the former Cup Series Champion and NASCAR legend breaks down the latest on-track drama, strategic moves, and biggest stories from the world of stock car racing. He’s joined by FOX Sports’ Kaitlyn Vincie and NASCAR’s own Chief Hype Officer, Mamba Smith, for conversations that blend deep insider knowledge with the kind of casual, unfiltered banter you’d hear in the garage. But this podcast isn't just for the hardcore racing fan. Harvick regularly extends the invitation beyond the pit lane, sitting down with major figures from across sports, entertainment, and pop culture to explore their connections to speed and competition. The result is a uniquely accessible blend of expert analysis and wide-ranging conversation, all filtered through the perspective of a driver who’s seen it all. It’s where the high-octane world of NASCAR meets good company, making for a weekly listen that’s as entertaining as it is insightful.
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Tyler Reddick Interview After Winning at Kansas | VICTORY LAP [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:26
Tyler Reddick breaks down his fifth NASCAR Cup Series win of the season after his win at Kansas Speedway, dives into his dominant 2026 NASCAR campaign, discusses racing for Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing, and shares emotio…
Chase Elliott Interview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:07
Chase Elliott breaks down his first NASCAR Cup Series win of the season at Martinsville, dives into the intensity of racing at Bristol Motor Speedway, discusses adapting to the NASCAR Chase championship format, car chang…
Ty Gibbs Interview After Winning at Bristol | VICTORY LAP [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:24
Ty Gibbs breaks down his first NASCAR Cup Series win, as he highlights the emotions after the race, his Victory Lane celebration with his mom, what this means to his family, and the overall career-defining moment. On thi…
Mike Helton Interview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:00
Mike Helton reflects on his rise to becoming NASCAR President, the lasting impact of Dale Earnhardt’s death on safety in NASCAR, and the ongoing evolution of the sport as leadership looks toward the future. On this episo…
Chase Elliott Interview After Winning at Martinsville | VICTORY LAP [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:42
Chase Elliott breaks down his NASCAR Cup Series win at Martinsville Speedway, detailing the late-race pit strategy that secured the victory, what the win means for his team’s momentum, and how he is approaching the upcom…
Denny Hamlin Interview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:41
Denny Hamlin breaks down his emotional NASCAR Cup Series win in Las Vegas, explains why this may be the best team he has ever had at Joe Gibbs Racing, and discusses the dominant start to the season for Michael Jordan’s 2…
Tyler Reddick Interview After Winning at Darlington | VICTORY LAP [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:16
Tyler Reddick breaks down his dominant start to the NASCAR Cup Series season with four wins in the first six races, the success of Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing, and the fan reaction surrounding one of the hottest streaks…