After a lot of speculation and exciting teasers from 23XI Racing, Michael Jordan, and the Jordan Brand, the outcome of their collaboration with Bubba Wallace’s teammate, Kurt Busch is official.
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DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 16: Kurt Busch, driver of the #45 Monster Energy Toyota, sog during qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series 64th Annual Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2022 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
One of the most iconic shoes in Michael Jordan‘s “Air Jordan” shoe line is the Air Jordan III in a specific colorway. That colorway is called the Air Jordan III Black Cement. And, 23XI racing’s #45 car, steered by Kurt Busch will run the Air Jordan III “Black Cement” Livery as confirmed by prominent NASCAR journalist, Bob Pockrass.
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Kurt Busch is a Jordan brand athlete and will have a Air Jordan III “Black Cement” inspired paint scheme for Kansas: pic.twitter.com/WHwQo6JHdP
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) May 12, 2022
It’s great news for Kyle Busch‘s brother to find such a major sponsor for the upcoming race at Kansas. And, that too running a livery that represents such an iconic figure. However, the fans were just not having it, as it is clear from the fairly negative reactions.
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In fact, many responses were targeted toward NASCAR‘s decision to move the car number away from the door. Although, the change to allow more space for sponsors. Yet, the fans are quite dissatisfied as there is no other sponsor label on the door.
NASCAR Fans Aren’t Happy With The New Air Jordan Livery On Kurt Busch’s Car
NASCAR fans are simply not fond of the new livery for Kurt Busch‘s car. Many went as far as to say that it’s “Hideous” as one Twitter user stated.
This is SO hideous… I'm sorry but it's one of the worst looking scheme's I've ever seen
— Beth (is pretending to be straight) (@traingirl324) May 12, 2022
And others just found it outright disgusting.
That is disgusting
— Jocko1719 😷 | Sam Howell Szn (@jocko1719) May 12, 2022
And, of course, the hate towards NASCAR’s decision to move the car numbers away.
“Moving the number will allow more sponsor space to be sold”
— J Wall (@J_Wall_3) May 12, 2022
In fact, one fan drew a comparison to the 24 Hours of Daytona cars, as they said “It’s looks like shit dude looks nothing like a nascar between the rims and the number placement these cars look like they are racing in 24 hours of Daytona”.
It’s looks like shit dude looks nothing like a nascar between the rims and the number placement these cars look like they are racing in 24 hours of Daytona
— Jeff Gordon’s mullet (@RRelofi) May 12, 2022
However, it wasn’t all bad! Some fans really liked it, too. Possibly, fans of Michael Jordan, or snakeheads. Maybe, just NASCAR fans who liked the livery.
paint scheme of the year right there!!! pic.twitter.com/NSipoCRZHP
— IronTipo 🤷🏻♂️ (@IronTipo) May 12, 2022
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YES! I was hoping for a Jordan branded vehicle at some point. This is fucking awesome. If it’s a diecast you bet I’m pre ordering it.
— Max (@maximus7193) May 12, 2022
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To sum it up, it’s great news for Kurt Busch to find a sponsor for the upcoming race. And, even better is that the sponsor is the team owner! However, what do you think about the livery?
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