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Complete statements from ten NASCAR team owners defending charter system

In various statements provided as part of a Friday filing, ten NASCAR Cup Series team owners spoke about the impact of the charter system and the uncertainly created by this ongoing lawsuit

Motorsport · Oct 4, 2025

Michael Jordan's Lawsuit Against NASCAR Could Upend Motorsports

But crying to a federal judge is no way to negotiate.

Reason · Oct 1, 2025

NASCAR, 23XI and Front Row reveal 'smoking gun' documents in explosive hearing

Michael Jordan looks forward to 'going down with the fire' if this goes to trial in December

Motorsport · Aug 28, 2025

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Legendary NASCAR track promoter Humpy Wheeler dies, aged 86

Wheeler was a revolutionary track promoter who changed NASCAR for the better

Motorsport · Aug 21, 2025

NASCAR Cup champion and Hall of Famer Rex White passes away

NASCAR has confirmed the passing of stock car racing legend, Rex White. He was 95 years old.

Motorsport · Jul 18, 2025

Fred Lorenzen, NASCAR Hall of Famer and Daytona 500 winner, passes away

'Fast Freddie' Lorenzen was just a couple weeks shy of his 90th birthday when he passed away on Wednesday. The Elmhurst, Illinois native was an early star of the sport of NASCAR, competing from 1956 to 1972. He had many nicknames including 'Golden Boy,' 'Fearless Freddie,' the 'Elmhurst Express' and was…

Motorsport · Dec 18, 2024

NASCAR vs. 23XI and FRM: Live timeline of the antitrust lawsuit

The 2024 NASCAR Cup Series has been one of the more dramatic seasons in recent memory, and the drama was not limited to the track. Perhaps the biggest news of the year came when Charter negotiations fell apart, leading to a closely followed court battle between the dynastic France family…

Motorsport · Dec 12, 2024

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NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Allison dies aged 86

Bobby Allison, 1983 Cup Series champion, three-time Daytona 500 winner and 2011 NASCAR Hall of Famer, has died aged 86, his family has announced.

Autosport · Nov 10, 2024

Bobby Allison, NASCAR Hall of Famer and 3-time Daytona 500 winner, dies at 86

Bobby Allison, founder of racing’s ‘Alabama Gang’ and a NASCAR Hall of Famer, died Saturday

The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2024

NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Allison passes away, aged 86

1983 Cup Series champion and 2011 NASCAR Hall of Famer Bobby Allison has died, according to a release from the Allison family.

Motorsport · Nov 10, 2024

Federal judge denies motion to recognize Michael Jordan's NASCAR teams as a chartered organization

A federal judge has denied a motion by two NASCAR teams — one owned by NBA Hall of Famer Michael Jordan — to be recognized as chartered teams as they proceed in an antitrust lawsuit against the stock car series and chairman Jim France

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2024

23XI and FRM move to keep charters, want "immediate access" to NASCAR documents

As expected after last week's lawsuit filing, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports have filed a motion for a preliminary injunction, seeking to keep their charters for the 2025 season while the lawsuit is ongoing. If their request is not granted, they will be forced to compete as "open" teams next…

Motorsport · Oct 9, 2024

2 teams suing NASCAR ask court to allow them to compete under new charter agreement as case proceeds

The two teams suing NASCAR have asked for a court order to compete under the 2025 charter agreement as their antitrust case moves through federal court

The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2024

Denny Hamlin would "love to see change" in NASCAR after lawsuit

Denny Hamlin, who co-owns 23XI Racing along with longtime friend Michael Jordan, revealed that the NBA legend sent him a clip from the move 'Moneyball' this week after the lawsuit's filing. It included this relevant line: "The first one through the wall always get bloody."

Motorsport · Oct 5, 2024

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Motorsport · Oct 3, 2024

Why lawsuit claims NASCAR leadership are “monopolistic bullies”

“The France family and NASCAR are monopolistic bullies. And bullies will continue to impose their will to hurt others until their targets stand up and refuse to be victims. That moment has arrived.”

Autosport · Oct 2, 2024

23XI Racing and Front Motorsports sue NASCAR over charter

23XI Racing and Front Motorsports have filed a joint lawsuit against NASCAR accusing the governing body of "anti-competitive and monopolistic control of the sport".

Motorsport · Oct 2, 2024

23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports sue NASCAR for "anti-competitive practices"

On Wednesday morning, two NASCAR teams — Front Row Motorsports and 23XI (co-owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin) — filed a joint antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR accusing the sport's governing body, run by the dynastic France family, of "anti-competitive and monopolistic control of the sport." Both teams had publicly…

NASCAR Teams File Antitrust Lawsuit Against Series

Learn about the antitrust lawsuit filed by NASCAR teams over the charter system restrictions and revenue sharing disputes.

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The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2024

NASCAR faces antitrust lawsuit from 2 teams as Michael Jordan digs in over revenue sharing model

NASCAR is facing a federal antitrust lawsuit from two of its teams, including one co-owned by Michael Jordan

Motorsport · Apr 2, 2024

NASCAR lauded for 'seamless' debut of rain tires at Richmond

NASCAR approved the use of wet weather tires at some oval tracks ahead of the 2023 season but had yet to utilize the package in a Cup Series points-paying race.

Motorsport · Dec 31, 2023

NASCAR legend Cale Yarborough dies at 84

Yarborough was one of the best to ever get behind the wheel of a stock car. In 560 starts, he won 83 races and sits sixth on the all-time wins list.

Motorsport · Nov 16, 2023

NASCAR Hall of Fame broadcaster Ken Squier passes away

Squier was a pioneer whose iconic voice masterfully told stories of NASCAR's greats, bringing the entire sport into the modern age.

Motorsport · Jun 20, 2023

Jenson Button plans full-time racing return in 2024

Buoyed by his efforts behind the wheel of NASCAR’s Garage 56 Le Mans 24 Hours Chevrolet Camaro, and a part-time road and street course schedule in NASCAR Cup with Rick Ware Racing's Ford Mustang, Button revealed that he’s now ready to commit to a full-time programme next year – for…

Motorsport · Jun 11, 2023

Johnson: “My heart is full” as Garage 56 NASCAR hits Le Mans target

Johnson crossed the finish line in 39th position and completed 285 laps of the 8.4-mile circuit in the modified NASCAR Cup Next Gen Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, run by Hendrick Motorsports.

Motorsport · Jan 12, 2023

Jimmie Johnson eyes chance to drive NASCAR Garage 56 Le Mans entry

Jimmie Johnson’s NASCAR plate is plenty full right now with his new ownership in Legacy Motor Club but he’s still eyeing a chance to drive NASCAR’s Garage 56 entry this season in the Le Mans 24 Hours.

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