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Michael Jordan Says His ‘Curse’ Now Fuels 23XI as Team Dominates NASCAR Start

He casts NASCAR ownership as the outlet for a relentless drive that he says he still feels as strongly as when he played.

Overview

  • In a CBS interview, Jordan said he still has a powerful urge to play basketball and has “compensated” for it through NASCAR ownership.
  • With Tyler Reddick winning four of the first six races, including the Daytona 500 and Darlington, 23XI has set the pace early in 2026.
  • Jordan called his competitive streak a “curse” that spills into daily life, saying he even races to get dressed before his wife.
  • Charles Barkley praised Jordan’s NASCAR success on TNT, saying he is proud Jordan found joy beyond basketball.
  • Reports say Jordan-backed legal action against NASCAR concluded last year with a settlement seen as a win for teams that strengthened owners’ footing.