Overview

• U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell denied 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports’ motion to dismiss NASCAR’s antitrust counterclaim.
• NASCAR alleges the teams and co-owner Curtis Polk colluded to pressure the sanctioning body into more favorable charter terms in violation of the Sherman Act.
• The discovery phase has escalated as NASCAR subpoenas over a decade of financial documents from 12 non-party teams, which contend disclosure would breach confidentiality.
• Team attorneys warn that revealing sponsorship deals, driver salaries and revenue streams could undermine competitive balance if publicly exposed.
• Trial is scheduled for December 1, 2025, with Judge Bell cautioning that prolonged litigation could cost millions and leave no clear winner.