NASCAR Community Welcomes Michael Phelps in the Racing World as Legend’s Heartfelt Message Gets Love From Over 950 People

NASCAR nation witnesses another fascinating collaboration between one of its favorite drivers and a decorated Olympian. Known around the world as The Flying Fish, Michael Phelps is certainly one of the rarest athletes blessed with insane physicality. While he shattered all norms, racking up a whopping 28 Olympic medals across a career spanning 5 Olympic seasons, he is also known for his massive charity foundation, giving back to his community.

Recently, the racing community was treated with a rare collaboration as a former NASCAR driver dropped in to support the Michael Phelps Foundation in Arizona, giving the NASCAR nation a wholesome Michael & Michael moment.

NASCAR driver joins Michael Phelps in Arizona as they treat the community with a “Michael and Michael” moment

When it comes to breaking records, Michael Phelps is an artist in that. His sheer dedication and obsession to become the best in his field along with his unique physical capabilities has him crowned as one of the greatest athletes of all time. The 38-year-old has almost broken all of the records in Olympic Swimming.

Even in his last season in 2016, Phelps did the impossible as he broke a 2000-year-old record! That’s something one doesn’t see every day. The Río de Janeiro Olympics witnessed the Baltimore swimmer as he won his 13th individual medal, winning the 200m medley. Thus surpassing Leonidas of Rhodes who had held the record of 12 medals for 2168 years before the Baltimore Superman propelled over his record.

Now coming to the talk of the town, the past day former NASCAR driver and Fox commentator, Michael Waltrip joined the Olympian in Arizona. Known for his charming attitude and polite demeanor, the younger brother of NASCAR legend, Darrell Waltrip dropped down to the event organized by Michael Phelps Foundation.

“A great night supporting the @mpfoundation in Arizona. Thank you for all you and Nicole do. #MichaelandMichael #Talladega,” wrote the veteran in a simple yet wholesome social media post as both the Michaels posed for a photograph.

Seeing the veteran’s wholesome post, several fans dropped their reaction with many commenting on the post. Soon after the Instagram post crossed 950 likes in a short span while comments are still growing.

Now for the unversed, Phelps’s foundation focuses on water safety, healthy living, and the pursuit of dreams. Established in 2008, the Olympian’s charity has become more than an inspiration for many with training institutes, schools, and facilities developed around the USA, prompting a healthy lifestyle inculcating water-based sports, mainly swimming.

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Michael Waltrip and his love for beer

Both Phelps and Waltrip started their careers early. While Waltrip cranked up the engine at the age of 12 with assistance from his older brother Bobby Waltrip, Phelps became the youngest swimmer to grace the Olympic pool at the age of 15 behind Ralph Flanagan who debuted at the age of 13 in the 1932 Olympics.

Though both have retired from their respective fields, with Phelps focusing on his foundation, spreading awareness of a healthy lifestyle, the 2-time Daytona winner is now behind bars. Not at all in a bad way; the NASCAR pre-race analyst now has started a new brewing company, announcing to have his Taprooms all over America.

Despite initiating his love for craft beer during the time of the pandemic, Waltrip’s venture had to prance over many hurdles. The pandemic itself & inflation, the veteran detailed his struggles expanding the business on Fox Business. In fact, the veteran had an ingenious idea to give his fans and beer fanatics an opportunity to invest in his company, Michael Waltrip Brewing.

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Investors can create a free account on the crowdfunding platform, StartEngine and invest a minimum of $250, making them eligible for benefits such as Michael Waltrip Brewing beer, merchandise, autographed items, and unique experiences like meet-and-greets and virtual Happy Hours.