NASCAR Challenges Michael Jordan's Racing Teams' Request for Expedited Appeal
The appeal seeks accelerated review to allow 23XI and Front Row Motorsports to compete as chartered teams next season.
- 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin, are appealing a court decision denying them chartered team status.
- NASCAR argues the request for expedited appeal is unfair and burdensome, especially during the Thanksgiving holiday period.
- The teams claim NASCAR's charter system limits competition and harms teams, drivers, sponsors, and fans.
- Despite the denial, 23XI and Front Row will compete as open teams in the 2025 season, maintaining their antitrust claims.
- The Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit will decide whether to expedite the appeal process.