Michael Jordan spent 60 million pounds to buy the super yacht Joy in 2019, four years after becoming the first sports star to become a billionaire. As soon as he finished buying the yacht, the 58-year-old legend invited his friends to cruise the waters of St Barts on this expensive means of transportation. Before that, Michael Jordan also owned a six million pound fishing boat called ‘Catch 23’.

According to The Sun, Joy is 70 meters long, has eight cabins and five decks with modern amenities. It can accommodate 12 guests and a crew of 19 at a time. The cost of operating a superyacht is around £600,000 per week.

A life-sized basketball court was installed on a deck where Michael Jordan occasionally showed off his skills.

The super yacht has eight luxurious cabins decorated with mosaic tiles.

Each bedroom has a private bathroom with shower, finished with granite.

An elevator is installed inside for convenient movement between floors.

Large dining room facing the sea. The yacht has a 270-degree view of the ocean and is fitted with insulated glass to keep out the cold at night and on chilly days.

The cozy living room has a fully stocked bar. Michael Jordan can have business meetings on the Joy ship thanks to the high-tech audio-visual system and satellites.

Jacuzzi on the deck overlooking the ocean.

Modern exercise equipment is also installed on deck.

About 12 guests can enjoy wine and delicious food on Michael Jordan’s 60 million pound super yacht.

Michael Jordan was born in 1963, is an American basketball legend. Superstar once famous for the Chicago Bulls team. Michael Jordan won the NBA championship 6 times with the Chicago Bulls and was voted NBA Player of the Season 5 times. The 58-year-old legend and the US basketball team twice won summer Olympic gold medals in 1984 and 1992. Legend Michael Jordan was married twice and had five children. Photo: AP