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Appeals Court Signals Possible Reversal of NASCAR Antitrust Injunction

Judges express skepticism over the preliminary injunction allowing 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to race as charter teams without signing updated agreements.

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Overview

  • A federal appellate panel indicated it may overturn the December 2024 injunction that allows 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to race as charter teams this season.
  • Judges questioned the fairness of granting charter benefits to teams that refused to sign the required release waiving antitrust claims.
  • Overturning the injunction could force the teams to compete as open entries, losing guaranteed revenue and race slots, with potential impacts on drivers and sponsors.
  • The court strongly encouraged mediation, but NASCAR stated it would not rewrite the charter contracts as part of any settlement discussions.
  • A trial date for the broader antitrust lawsuit remains scheduled for December 1, 2025, as the legal battle over NASCAR's charter system continues.