Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing Challenges NASCAR Over Alleged Monopolistic Practices

23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports have filed an antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR, accusing it of monopolistic behavior and seeking a preliminary injunction to compete as chartered teams.

• Michael Jordan and 23XI Racing, along with Front Row Motorsports, are suing NASCAR, claiming its charter system limits competition and favors certain teams.
• Attorney Jeffrey Kessler, known for his success in sports antitrust cases, represents the plaintiffs, arguing NASCAR's practices are exclusionary.
• NASCAR defends its charter agreements, arguing they enhance competition and maintain exclusivity, which benefits broadcasters and sponsors.
• Emails between NASCAR and Front Row Motorsports reveal tensions over the 2025 charter agreement, which was offered with a short acceptance window.
• NASCAR insists teams can compete without charters, though this may impact financial prospects, as the legal battle continues with a hearing set for November 4.

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