Michael Jordan Makes Unexpected Move With Cigar-Clutching Cameo Amid NASCAR Legal Battle

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Michael Jordan Makes Unexpected Move With Cigar-Clutching Cameo Amid NASCAR Legal Battle - Source: Imagn

NBA legend Michael Jordan was appreciated by record producer DJ Khaled on Tuesday for his contributions to his organization, “We The Best Foundation,” annual golf tournament. Jordan appeared clutching a cigar on Khaled’s post on Instagram, which comes amid an ongoing legal battle with NASCAR.

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“Thank you swipe to @jumpman23 @realpdxreg and the whole brand Jordan team!” DJ Khaled wrote. “Thank your for blessing your love to @wethebestfoundation @wethebest ! Grateful and thankful!”
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Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, owned by Bob Jenkins, are in a legal battle with NASCAR and its CEO. Jordan took the stand and testified on Friday about his reasons behind the lawsuit.

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"Someone had to step forward and challenge the entity," Jordan said to the jury. "I sat in those meetings with longtime owners who were brow-beaten for so many years trying to make change. ... I felt I could challenge NASCAR as a whole. I felt as far as the sport, it needed to be looked at from a different view."
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Jordan and Jenkins both state that they want a NASCAR that is profitable to both partners. They said that they have yet to generate profit, suggesting a plan that mirrors that of the NBA.


Michael Jordan discloses why he bought a third NASCAR charter despite legal battle

Michael Jordan bought a third NASCAR Cup Series charter while his organisation was in a legal battle with the body. The Chicago Bulls legend stated that he bought it because he would do anything to make his team win.

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"I like to win and I will pursue anything to win and getting a third charter improves our chance to win the championship,” Jordan said.
Aug 10, 2025; Watkins Glen, New York, USA; NASCAR Cup Series owner Michael Jordan looks on from atop his team’s pit box during the Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images
Aug 10, 2025; Watkins Glen, New York, USA; NASCAR Cup Series owner Michael Jordan looks on from atop his team’s pit box during the Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

The six-time champion has been optimistic that his team will prevail in the antitrust trial. His testimony earned him praise from NASCAR insider Danielle Trotta. Jordan's team, 23XI, has established itself as one of the teams to watch out for.

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