Brad Keselowski, the co-owner of RFK Racing, has made a bold statement regarding the recent overturning of the charter status of 23XI and Front Row Motorsports by the Federal court. With the future of these teams hanging in the balance, Keselowski hinted at a potential charter acquisition to strengthen his team’s lineup.
The U.S. Court of Appeals’ decision to strip the charter status of 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports has sent shockwaves through the NASCAR community. This ruling means both teams will lose their guaranteed spots on the grid, forcing them to qualify for each race as open teams, putting their sponsorships and driver lineups at risk.
Despite the setback, there is still a glimmer of hope for these teams as they have until June 19 to appeal the ruling. The final verdict on their charter status will be determined following the appeal process. If they do lose their charters, it could pave the way for Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing to capitalize on the opportunity.
In a recent media appearance at Michigan International Speedway, Keselowski expressed his thoughts on the situation, stating, “I just wish the whole thing would find a peaceful resolution and the sport could kind of move on…I think there’d be a long list of suitors…but you know RFK has a lease agreement currently with Rick Ware Racing…certainly we’re keeping our eyes open.”
Amidst the uncertainty, Keselowski has also been focusing on his performance on the track. As he gears up for his 28th start at Michigan International Speedway, the 41-year-old driver is determined to secure his first win at his hometown track. Despite qualifying in 27th place for the FireKeepers Casino 400, Keselowski remains optimistic about his chances in the race.
Currently sitting in 32nd place in the Driver’s standings, Keselowski has had a challenging season with only one top-5 finish and 5 DNFs. However, he is eager to turn his luck around at MIS and continue his impressive track record. Fans can catch all the action on Prime Video on June 8 from 2 PM ET.
