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Michael Jordan Reacts To Talladega Crash: Video

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Michael Jordan flipped the entire NASCAR world on its head when the NBA legend became a team owner. Along with current NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin, Jordan created the 23XI team. The Toyota-based team has had some early success. As Tyler Reddick has taken the #45 to victory lane already this season. However, this past Sunday, the team looked to have another great chance to visit victory lane. But a late incident cost Jordan’s #23 driver, Bubba Wallace, a victory at Talladega.

Talladega is known as one of the more intimidating tracks that NASCAR visits every season. The track is known for high speeds and vicious crashes. This past Sunday seemed to continue that legacy for the track. On the final lap, Wallace was leading the pack. But a hard-charging Ryan Blaney was attempting to make the final lap pass on his good friend Wallace. Wallace tried his hardest to block the faster Blaney from making the move, then it happened. The late block attempt by Wallace caused a fleet of cars to end up in the last lap carnage. Jordan was in attendance for the big race. But the team owner was less than thrilled with the outcome.

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A heartbreaking ending to a rather frustrating day for 23XI. Wallace was mere moments from earning his second win at Talladega. However, in the end, it was Kyle Busch that came out unscathed and victorious. Jordan was visibly upset with the finish of the race. But sometimes, these outcomes are inevitable. After the race, Wallace shared no ill will toward Blaney. Including taking the blame for the start of the incident. Wallace wasn’t the only 23XI driver involved in a crash on Sunday. Reddick had a bizarre crash when attempting to enter the pits early on in the race.

Sunday wasn’t the best ending for Jordan and his team. However, being one of the top cars in the final lap of Talladega is still an incredible performance by Wallace. Jordan’s arrival in NASCAR has changed the entire landscape of the sport. As Jordan’s fans have begun migrating over to following his team. In just a short time, Jordan has made his team one of the most financially stable teams in the sport. Does Michael Jordan’s involvement in NASCAR make you interested in watching the sport? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section. For the latest news in sports, keep it right here with HNHH.

23XI Racing Partner with McDonald’s for Racewear Collection

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McDonald’s and 23XI Racing are kicking off the season with a new gear line of racing merch that fans will be rushing to get their hands on just in time for the first race. The co-branded, limited-edition racewear collection will go on sale on the 23XI Shop sponsored by Fanatics on February 18th.

McDonald’s and 23XI merge streetwear and racing for their first-ever gear collection, which includes a special bomber jacket, limited edition t-shirts, basketball shorts, and tearaway snap-up pants for fans to mix and match and show off their style. The 23XI Speed Institute, 23XI Racing’s educational and professional development program focused on DEI activities in the motorsports sector, will benefit from all earnings.

“For years, racing culture has had a presence in streetwear culture. Growing up, I remember how cool it was to rock a racing jacket with all the different patches and designs, so I was more than happy to model this collection,” said 23XI driver Bubba Wallace.  “My favorite piece is the bomber jacket—I love how authentic it looks and it has a unique McDonald’s feature that I know fry enthusiasts, like me, will be particularly excited about.” 

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“We’re thrilled to bring our sports fans a streetwear collection they will want to wear and show off,” said Elizabeth Campbell, Senior Director of Cultural Engagement, McDonald’s USA. “Through our partnership with Bubba Wallace and 23XI, we’ve set out to broaden the racing fan-base and change the culture of what is typically seen in the racing world. This collection is one way we’re connecting to our fans, and we can’t wait to see their excitement when the merch drops this Friday.”

T-shirts will cost $29.99 and come in sizes ranging from small to 3XL. Jackets, pants, hats, and hoodies in sizes small through 2XL will be available, with pricing starting at $29.99. Slides will be available in sizes ranging from small to XL for $29.99.

This announcement follows on the heels of McDonald’s announcing an expansion of their collaboration with 23XI Racing this season, including Bubba Wallace’s participation in more races and the addition of Kurt Busch.

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300 Entertainment Makes The Leap Into Film And TV With 300 Studios And A Docuseries About Bubba Wallace

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Long known as the label home of artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Young Thug, and Thug’s YSL Records imprint, 300 Entertainment has become a juggernaut in the music world. Now, after Warner Music Group acquired 300 in December of 2021, the label looks to expand its dominance into the worlds of film and television.

Today, the company announced the launch of its new endeavor, 300 Studios, as well as its first television project: A docuseries following Nascar driver Bubba Wallace entitled Race: Bubba Wallace. Set to debut on Netflix next month, the six-episode Race will follow the life and career of the only full-time Black driver in the NASCAR Cup Series, contextualizing his position in the wake of concurrent controversies. Wallace confronted the social tensions of race when a noose was discovered in his garage stall amid protests over the police killing of George Floyd. While it was later discovered that the “noose” in question was a pull tie for the garage door, the incident still drew parallels to the very recent, violent history of anti-Black bigotry in the US.

300 Entertainment CEO Kevin Liles, a 30-year veteran of the music business, said in the press release, “I have dedicated my career to telling the story of our culture and investing in the artists and creatives who have shaped it around the world. With 300 Studios, I look forward to incubating, developing, and producing content for all formats that tell the important and inspired stories from the next generation of cultural innovators.” The announcement also notes that the studio already has 20 projects in development, including films, TV series, and podcasts.

300 Entertainment is a Warner Music company. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.