Denny Hamlin, now 43, never imagined his life would take such an extraordinary turn. Not only has he become a successful NASCAR driver, but he is also the co-owner of 23XI Racing alongside NBA legend Michael Jordan.
On his podcast, ‘Actions Detrimental,’ Hamlin expressed his amazement at how his life has unfolded. Despite not winning the Geico 500 at Talladega on Sunday due to an accident, Hamlin found solace in the victory of his 23XI Racing driver, Tyler Reddick.
The entire team celebrated the win, including Jordan, who was present at the event. Hamlin praised Jordan’s dedication to the sport, emphasizing that he is far from an absentee owner. Hamlin expressed his gratitude for his long-standing friendship with Jordan and the incredible growth of their partnership.
23XI Racing boasts two NASCAR Cup Series drivers: Reddick and Bubba Wallace. Reddick’s win on Sunday was his first of the year and third with 23XI Racing.
Hamlin also opened up about the emotional rollercoaster he experienced on Sunday, torn between disappointment as a driver and elation as a team owner. He acknowledged the difficulty in separating the two emotions, but he ultimately found joy in celebrating with the team.
Hamlin highlighted the significance of Reddick’s victory for the team and especially for Jordan, who was experiencing his first Victory Lane celebration. Hamlin expressed his pride in witnessing the excitement and passion shared by the team members, including Jordan.
This article first appeared on 5 GOATs and was syndicated with permission.
