23XI Racing has come a long way since it was formed by Joe Gibbs Racing driver [autotag]Denny Hamlin[/autotag] and NBA legend [autotag]Michael Jordan[/autotag] to start the 2021 NASCAR season. The organization has grown from one full-time entry to two full-time entries and a third part-time car. Over that period of time, 23XI Racing has won four times and now hopes to have both entries in the 2023 NASCAR playoffs for the first time.
While Hamlin has been a crucial public figure for 23XI Racing, Jordan has not been as publicly involved. This doesn’t mean the NBA legend isn’t serious about the organization as other priorities are present in his life. One of those priorities was the Charlotte Hornets; however, Jordan sold his stake in the NBA franchise. Now, Hamlin says Jordan has been more involved with 23XI Racing.
“(Michael Jordan) is certainly involved in more meetings,” Hamlin said. “Now, he wants to be on every branding email. I’m like, ‘Oh boy, this could be interesting.’ I think he has some more time and perhaps he’s going to use that more on the race team”
Jordan has been to several races as a co-owner for 23XI Racing and it appears his involvement might be increasing following his sale of the Hornets. This would be an incredible situation for NASCAR as Jordan is one of the best athletes in sports history.
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