Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing Battles NASCAR Over Charter Agreements in Antitrust Lawsuit
23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports have filed a renewed injunction request, citing new evidence and potential harm if charter disputes remain unresolved.
- 23XI Racing, co-owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin, and Front Row Motorsports are suing NASCAR, alleging monopolistic practices tied to its charter agreements.
- A federal judge previously denied their request for an injunction, stating they failed to prove irreparable harm, but the teams have now refiled with new evidence.
- The dispute centers on NASCAR's charter agreements, which guarantee team spots but include clauses waiving the right to sue, which the teams are contesting under antitrust claims.
- 23XI Racing has signed Riley Herbst as a third driver for 2025, raising questions about their claims of uncertainty in their legal arguments against NASCAR.
- NASCAR and the teams are at odds over hearing dates, with the teams pushing for expedited proceedings to secure a resolution before the 2025 season begins.
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