NASCAR Seeks Dismissal of Antitrust Lawsuit by Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports

The lawsuit challenges NASCAR's charter system and alleged monopolistic practices, but the sanctioning body argues the claims lack merit and are based on failed negotiations.

Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports filed an antitrust lawsuit in October, accusing NASCAR of monopolizing premier stock-car racing and enforcing restrictive policies.
NASCAR has filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit, asserting the claims are baseless and stem from dissatisfaction with business negotiations rather than genuine antitrust issues.
A federal court previously denied the teams' requests for expedited discovery and preliminary injunctions to retain their charters for the 2025 season, leaving their future uncertain.
Without charters, both teams face significant financial challenges as open teams, including the possibility of missing major races like the Daytona 500, which impacts revenue and operations.
23XI co-owner Denny Hamlin has assured employees that any financial burden will fall on ownership, while the teams prepare for further legal proceedings with a response due by December 16.