A video from Victory Lane after the 2026 Daytona 500 shows Michael Jordan making physical contact with a young boy later identified as the winning driver’s son.
The clip captures Jordan approaching the child from behind during the crowded post-race celebration. Jordan reaches toward the boy’s waist area and appears to tug or pinch at his clothing near the backside. When the child doesn’t turn around, Jordan’s hand moves down to rub or tickle the back of the boy’s leg near the calf area. The whole thing is weird.
Multiple sources identify the child as Beau Reddick, son of Tyler Reddick, who drives for 23XI Racing. Jordan co-owns the NASCAR team alongside Denny Hamlin. They founded the organization in 2020.
The interaction lasted only a few seconds in a packed Victory Lane environment. Confetti, cameras, and dozens of team members, sponsors, and family filled the space around them. The moment was captured on video during the televised celebration.
Viewers who saw the clip online interpreted Jordan’s actions in different ways. Some described it as playful behavior meant to get the child’s attention during the loud celebration. Others questioned why Jordan touched those specific areas instead of tapping the child’s shoulder or calling out to him.
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by u/HimelTy from discussion
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The boy appeared focused forward for most of the interaction, seemingly unaware Jordan was behind him until the contact. With all of this Epstein stuff coming out right now though this is not a good look for Michael.
