Tyler Reddick visited the San Diego Zoo on Thursday, as part of his sponsor obligations with 23XI Racing.
The team partnered with the zoo, and each of its four Cup Series entries carried special animal-print decals.
What happened?
Reddick and his teammate Corey Heim spent the day at the zoo, meeting various animals, including a cheetah.
Reddick's family, including his wife Alexa and sons Beau and Rookie, joined him for the visit.
Why it matters for Tyler Reddick
The visit was a unique opportunity for Reddick to learn about endangered species and support the zoo's conservation efforts.
Reddick appreciated the chance to spend time with his family and learn something new.
He said it was "really special" to be at the zoo and learn about the animals.
What comes next?
Reddick will return to the track for the NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday.
Heim was impressed by the cheetah's speed, learning it can reach 60 mph in just 3 seconds.
Reddick's day started with a chaotic morning, as his son Rookie had a diaper blowout and his son Beau needed to use the bathroom.
But once they arrived at the zoo, everything went smoothly.
Reddick enjoyed seeing the reactions of his sons as they encountered the various animals.
Heim's favorite part of the visit was seeing the pandas, which he had never seen in person before.
The visit was a fun and educational experience for both Reddick and Heim.
Reddick was grateful for the opportunity to spend time with his family and support a good cause.
The partnership between 23XI Racing and the San Diego Zoo is a unique one, and Reddick was happy to be a part of it.