Tyler Reddick wins Daytona 500

Michael Jordan celebrates first Daytona 500 victory as co-owner of 23XI Racing

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Tyler Reddick won the Daytona 500 on Sunday with a last-lap pass, giving NBA legend and 23XI Racing co-owner Michael Jordan his first Daytona 500 victory. Jordan celebrated the win by bear-hugging Reddick in Victory Lane and jointly hoisting the Harley J. Earl Trophy with the 23XI driver.

Why it matters

Michael Jordan's involvement as a co-owner of 23XI Racing has brought additional star power and attention to NASCAR. This Daytona 500 victory marks a significant milestone for Jordan's foray into motorsports and demonstrates the potential for more crossover between major professional sports leagues and NASCAR team ownership.

The details

Reddick made a last-lap pass to win the Daytona 500, NASCAR's most prestigious race. The victory gave co-owner Michael Jordan his first Daytona 500 win. Jordan, who turns 63 on Tuesday, celebrated the win by embracing Reddick and jointly raising the trophy.

  • Tyler Reddick won the Daytona 500 on Sunday, February 16, 2026.
  • Michael Jordan turns 63 years old on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.

The players

Tyler Reddick

The 23XI Racing driver who won the 2026 Daytona 500.

Michael Jordan

Six-time NBA champion and co-owner of 23XI Racing, the team that won the 2026 Daytona 500.

Denny Hamlin

23XI Racing co-owner and NASCAR driver who finished 31st in his bid to win his fourth Daytona 500.

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What’s next

Michael Jordan will receive a Daytona 500 ring for his 63rd birthday on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.

The takeaway

Michael Jordan's first Daytona 500 victory as a team co-owner demonstrates the growing crossover between major professional sports leagues and NASCAR, which could lead to increased interest and investment in the sport from high-profile owners and athletes.