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NASCAR Lawsuit Intensifies: 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports Fire Back at Explosive Allegations

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January 9, 2025
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NASCAR Lawsuit Intensifies: 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports Fire Back at Explosive Allegations

Sep 1, 2024; Darlington, South Carolina, USA; NASCAR Cup Series Team 23XI owner Michael Jordan watches a video board as NASCAR Cup Series driver Bubba Wallace (23) races during the Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

The simmering tensions in NASCAR’s legal saga just escalated, as 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports (FRM) hit back against allegations from NASCAR accusing them of manufacturing evidence and manipulating the ongoing lawsuit. This latest clash continues to underscore the deepening divide between team owners and the governing body over the contentious 2025-2031 charter agreement.

The Roots of the Dispute

The 2024 NASCAR Cup season will likely be remembered as a pivotal moment in the sport’s history, marking a significant fracture in the relationship between team owners and the France family’s NASCAR organization. As negotiations over the upcoming charter deal reached an impasse, 23XI Racing and FRM became the only teams to refuse signing the agreement. Their subsequent lawsuit accuses NASCAR of monopolistic practices and alleges unfair treatment in the charter system.

NASCAR Strikes Back

In a recent legal filing, NASCAR claimed that 23XI Racing orchestrated a campaign to fabricate evidence and improperly persuade other teams to align with their legal fight. The organization further alleged that emails from certain drivers—whose content remains redacted—suggested a coordinated effort by 23XI to manufacture claims of irreparable harm.

These allegations have added fuel to an already fiery dispute, painting the lawsuit as a battle not only for business rights but also for credibility.

23XI Racing Denies NASCAR’s Claims

Steve Lauletta, president of 23XI Racing, dismissed NASCAR’s accusations as baseless. In the latest court filings, he described the claims as “completely false,” asserting that no such conspiracy existed.

“This is completely false,” Lauletta stated, signaling that 23XI Racing will continue to challenge NASCAR’s actions both in court and in public perception.

The Stakes Rise with SHR Charters

Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) has now been dragged into the legal fray, as both 23XI and FRM claim irreparable harm stemming from charter transactions. According to FRM’s Jerry Freeze, NASCAR President Steve Phelps assured him in September that the transfer of an SHR charter to FRM was approved. However, Freeze alleges that NASCAR is now holding the deal hostage, conditioning its approval on FRM dropping the lawsuit.

This maneuver has intensified claims of bad faith on NASCAR’s part, further complicating an already contentious negotiation process.

The Fight for Full-Time Racing Rights

Both 23XI Racing and FRM face the grim possibility of competing as non-chartered, “open” teams in the 2025 season—a status that dramatically limits their financial security and competitive opportunities. To counter this, they have filed an injunction to force NASCAR to allow them to race as full-time teams while the lawsuit proceeds. Although their initial case was dismissed, they have since appealed.

A Pivotal Moment for NASCAR

As the legal battle drags on, the potential fallout for NASCAR looms large. The dispute over charters and team rights risks overshadowing the sport itself, potentially altering its competitive and financial landscape. With the 2025 season and a new media rights deal on the horizon, the stakes are monumental.

What’s Next?

Many insiders believe the best course of action would be a settlement that modifies the charter agreement to address team grievances without undermining NASCAR’s structure. However, the escalating accusations and deepening mistrust make an amicable resolution increasingly unlikely.

For now, the lawsuit threatens to redefine NASCAR’s future, testing the sport’s ability to adapt while keeping its core stakeholders united. Whether through the courtroom or the negotiating table, this battle’s outcome will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact.

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