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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Giuliano de Leon

Michael Jordan NASCAR Antitrust Lawsuit Update: Denny Hamlin Says His Father is Dying, Breaks Down in Trial

Denny Hamlin in Texas. (Credit: dennyhamlin/Instagram)

The antitrust case against NASCAR opened on 2 December 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina, placing NBA legend Michael Jordan and his 23XI Racing team at the centre of a high-stakes legal fight. The lawsuit accuses NASCAR of running an unfair system that harms teams.

The first witness was Denny Hamlin, who co-owns 23XI with Jordan. Hamlin walked to the stand early in the session. He soon became emotional.

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