Michael Jordan’s Rookie Driver Riley Herbst Causes Chaos in Mexico City Race
In a shocking turn of events, Michael Jordan’s rookie driver, Riley Herbst, found himself in the midst of chaos during the recent NASCAR race in Mexico City. The Viva Mexico 250, which marked NASCAR’s first international points-paying race in 67 years, was filled with drama and mishaps, with Herbst at the center of a bizarre incident that left fans and insiders baffled.
Despite showing promise with solid performance during the race, Herbst’s rookie season under the legendary Michael Jordan’s wing has been far from smooth. The No. 35 23XI Racing driver currently sits at 35th place in the Cup Series championship standings, struggling to live up to the expectations set by his iconic team owner.
During the race in Mexico City, Herbst’s performance took a wild turn when he was involved in a controversial incident with fellow driver William Byron. What caught everyone’s attention, however, was Herbst’s questionable maneuver that almost led to a dangerous collision with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. This risky move was not an isolated incident, as it echoed a similar misstep Herbst had made in the past, raising concerns about his awareness and decision-making on the track.
Despite the setbacks and costly mistakes, Michael Jordan and co-owner Denny Hamlin remain optimistic about Herbst’s future in racing. However, with pressure mounting from other talented drivers within the team, including Corey Heim waiting for his opportunity to shine, Herbst’s position is far from secure.
As the rookie driver navigates through a challenging season filled with disappointments and financial losses for the team, the clock is ticking for Herbst to prove himself and demonstrate that he has what it takes to succeed at the highest level of NASCAR. Will he rise to the occasion and silence his critics, or will his repeat offenses continue to overshadow his potential? Only time will tell in this high-stakes world of professional racing.
