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Michael Jordan Says He’s ‘All In’ on NASCAR Overhaul as 23XI Dominates Early Season

The remarks follow a December 2025 deal granting teams permanent charters.

Overview

  • In a CBS interview, Jordan said he was “all in” on challenging NASCAR’s structure and willing to risk being pushed out to force what he called fairer treatment for teams.
  • Jordan argued the 2016 charter model favored executives over the people “putting on the show,” citing gaps in pay and recognition for teams and drivers.
  • The antitrust case filed by 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports produced a December 2025 settlement that gave all teams evergreen charters, with major financial details not disclosed.
  • On track, 23XI has won four of the first six Cup races, including the Daytona 500, with Tyler Reddick leading the standings and Bubba Wallace in third.
  • Trial disclosures kept pressure on NASCAR’s leadership, and Steve Phelps later resigned as commissioner as the role was eliminated, sharpening questions about who now sets the sport’s direction.