Michael Jordan is making waves this week as he competes in a fishing tournament in Maryland, enjoying the action from the deck of his luxurious $8 million superyacht, Catch 23.
The NBA legend, now 61, has been seen puffing on a cigar while partaking in the White Marlin Open in Ocean City.
Fresh off a European vacation, Jordan was photographed with his crew aboard the Catch 23. The prestigious fishing competition runs for four days, concluding on August 9. As of Tuesday night, Jordan’s team made headlines by catching the heaviest Mahi Mahi in the tournament so far.
At the time of writing, Catch 23 is credited with a 32.5-pound Mahi Mahi, caught by angler Patrick Fields with just 45 minutes left on the second day of the competition, according to delmarvanow.com.
The tournament boasts an $8 million prize fund, a substantial amount for most, but a drop in the ocean for Jordan, whose net worth is estimated at $3.2 billion.
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Jordan reportedly arrived in Maryland via private jet, landing in Salisbury, just 30 miles from Ocean City, on Sunday night.
His yacht, Catch 23, is an impressive vessel, capable of reaching speeds of 40 knots and accommodating eight guests and a crew of two. Built in 2018, the yacht weighs 103 tons and costs around $800,000 annually to maintain. It also features a 216-square-foot cockpit specifically designed for deep-sea fishing.
The White Marlin Open, an event held annually in Maryland since 1974, is open to all anglers, drawing fishing enthusiasts from around the world.
In addition to his fishing exploits, Jordan was recently seen celebrating Dwight Freeney’s induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. Freeney, a frequent guest at Jordan’s exclusive golf club, the Grove XXIII in Hobe Sound, Florida, joined Jordan for the festivities. Jordan, who plays golf regularly with the former Indianapolis Colts star, played a key role in orchestrating a surprise reveal for Freeney’s Hall of Fame induction, collaborating with ex-Colts coach Tony Dungy for the special moment.
Jordan’s recent months have been filled with leisure and family time. He and his wife of 11 years, Yvette Prieto, enjoyed a lavish European vacation that began in Ibiza. They were accompanied by his mother, Deloris, his brothers, James Jr. and Larry, and his sister, Roslyn. The family then traveled to Portofino, Italy, before making their way back to the United States.
As Jordan continues to blend his love for sports and luxury, his presence at the White Marlin Open adds another chapter to his storied life, both on and off the court.
