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Viral Daytona 500 Clip of Michael Jordan With Tyler Reddick’s Son Draws Scrutiny

Polarized online reactions continue, with no statement yet from Jordan or 23XI Racing.

Overview

  • Tyler Reddick delivered 23XI Racing its first Daytona 500 win, celebrating in Victory Lane alongside co-owner Michael Jordan.
  • A brief video circulating on X shows Jordan behind Reddick’s son, Beau, pinching the child’s lower back and brushing his leg during the celebration.
  • Accounts including Breaking911 and Shadow of Ezra amplified the clip, prompting accusations of inappropriate conduct as others defended the moment as harmless or misinterpreted.
  • Defenders point to Jordan’s familiarity with the Reddick family and past instances of him celebrating with Beau, with coverage also referencing a 2024 interview about family ties through Jose DeLeon.
  • Outlets note there is no fuller verified footage clarifying the interaction, and neither Jordan, Reddick nor 23XI Racing has publicly commented as of Monday.