NASCAR Fines Ty Majeski $12,500 for Missing Media Day to Vote
The reigning Truck Series champion's appeal was denied after prioritizing in-person voting over a contractual media obligation.
- Ty Majeski, 2024 NASCAR Truck Series champion, was fined $12,500 for missing a key media event to vote in-person on Election Day.
- Majeski stated he chose to vote in-person in Wisconsin to ensure his ballot was counted, despite knowing it conflicted with NASCAR's Championship 4 Media Day in North Carolina.
- NASCAR upheld the fine, citing a breach of contractual obligations and emphasizing the media day as one of the most important promotional events of the season.
- Majeski's appeal to the National Motorsports Appeals Panel was denied, with the panel affirming the penalty based on his failure to notify NASCAR of the reason for his absence.
- The situation has drawn widespread criticism from fans, who argue NASCAR should have accommodated Election Day or shown leniency for Majeski's civic decision.