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Tyler Reddick wins NASCAR Daytona 500 in Michael Jordan-owned car

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Updated 16.2.2026
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Tyler Reddick *23XI Racing Michael Jordan Denny Hamlin NASCAR

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Feb 16 Morning

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Al JazeeraFeb 16

Tyler Reddick wins NASCAR Daytona 500 in Michael Jordan-owned car

Tyler Reddick won the 2026 NASCAR Daytona 500 in a car co-owned by Michael Jordan. The Toyota Racing driver secured the victory with a last-lap pass at Daytona International Speedway on Sunday. This marked Jordan's first Daytona 500 win, adding to his impressive resume as an NBA Hall of Famer. Reddick became the 25th different driver to lead a lap in the event, setting a new record. In the post-race celebration, Jordan bear-hugged Reddick and jointly hoisted the Harley J Earl Trophy with him. The win marked a significant moment for Jordan, who will receive a Daytona 500 ring as a birthday gift on his upcoming 63rd birthday.

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Associated Press (AP)Feb 16

Tyler Reddick wins the Daytona 500 for Michael Jordan-owned 23XI Racing

Tyler Reddick won the NASCAR Daytona 500 on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. Reddick drove the No. 45 car for 23XI Racing, which is owned by Michael Jordan. The race concluded with a crash as cars crossed the finish line. Reddick celebrated the victory with his son, Beau, and the 23XI Racing team. This win marks a significant achievement for Reddick and the Michael Jordan-owned racing team.

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Key Claims

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Tyler Reddick won the Daytona 500.

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The winning car was co-owned by Michael Jordan.

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Jordan wears a size 13 ring.

— Michael Jordan

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Reddick led only one lap, the final one.

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Denny Hamlin finished 31st in the Daytona 500.