Motorsports

Victory Lap in Court: 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports Secure Vital NASCAR Charters for 2025 Season

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Charlotte, North Carolina – Legal proceedings in the racing world took a pivotal turn on Wednesday when a federal judge ruled in favor of 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, allowing them to function as chartered teams in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. This decision came amidst a contentious lawsuit against NASCAR challenging the terms of its charter agreements. The court’s decision, issued by Judge Kenneth Bell, means that both teams will now enjoy the financial and competitive benefits associated with being chartered teams. This includes concluding their intended purchases of charters from the now-defunct … Read more

Tragic Incident Leads to Closure of Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park After Young Girl’s Fatal Accident

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Lake Elsinore, Calif. – A tragic incident at Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park that resulted in the death of a 9-year-old girl has led to the closure of the facility. The decision, announced by the park after a lawsuit was filed following the event, marks the end of operations for the popular off-road vehicle track. In June, Brooke Carlton was fatally injured in what authorities described as an unexpected tragedy. She was riding an electric motorbike on a track specifically meant for such vehicles when she collided with another young rider. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office … Read more

Legal Titans Clash: NASCAR Faces Antitrust Challenge from 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports

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In an escalating legal confrontation, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports have taken a decisive step against NASCAR by filing an antitrust lawsuit, engaging high-profile attorneys with historic courtroom successes in similar disputes. The litigants have enlisted Jeffrey Kessler of Winston and Strawn, a seasoned legal expert renowned for advocating on behalf of NCAA athletes regarding name, image, and likeness rights, and for securing equal pay for the United States Women’s National Soccer Team. Standing opposite in the legal arena will be Chris Yates of Latham & Watkins, noted for his defense of the Ultimate … Read more

NASCAR Faces Legal Challenge as 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports File Monopoly Lawsuit

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Daytona Beach, Fla. — In a bold move that mirrors the confrontational history of its oversight body, two prominent racing teams, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, have filed a lawsuit against NASCAR, describing the organization, still under the control of its founding France family, as engaging in monopolistic practices. This lawsuit arises amid growing tensions on the business dynamics that have long dominated the sport since its inception in a Daytona Beach hotel in 1948. NASCAR’s past is marked by moments that highlight its strict and often contentious leadership style. Notably, in 1961, the … Read more