Overview

• An MRI found a tumor on Rookie Reddick’s right kidney compressing the renal artery and vein and enlarging his heart, with doctors saying the kidney no longer functions.
• Clinicians report encouraging signs in the hospital, including coming off oxygen, improvement after a transfusion, weight gain, and interactive behavior.
• An open nephrectomy is planned once the baby’s heart is sufficiently rested on medication, and doctors expect the heart to recover after the kidney issue is addressed.
• Tyler Reddick started from pole at the Charlotte Roval and finished 10th, which eliminated him from the NASCAR playoffs.
• The NASCAR community has rallied around the family, and 23XI Racing leadership says it has helped connect them with specialists and additional medical resources.