Michael Jordan, NBA legend and co-owner of 23XI Racing, was overjoyed to witness Tyler Reddick’s triumph at Talladega Superspeedway. This victory marks a significant milestone for the upstart team, which has now accumulated six wins in the past three years.
Reddick’s success was particularly meaningful for Jordan, who had not previously attended a race won by one of his drivers. The celebration included Reddick’s four-year-old son Beau being held by Jordan during the victory burnout.
Denny Hamlin, the other co-owner of 23XI Racing, expressed his satisfaction with the partnership and the direction the team is headed. He highlighted Jordan’s involvement and understanding of the importance of fan engagement.
Jordan, upon greeting Reddick in victory lane, compared the Talladega win to an NBA playoff victory. He emphasized the significance of winning a major race and expressed his gratitude for the team’s effort.
This article originally appeared on 5 GOATs and was republished with permission.
