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The lawsuit alleges that NASCAR and France have engaged in anticompetitive practices that have hindered fair competition in the sport. It claims that NASCAR operates without transparency, stifles competition, and unfairly benefits from controlling the sport at the expense of team owners, drivers, sponsors, partners, and fans.
One of the key issues highlighted in the lawsuit is NASCAR’s alleged control over everything from racetracks exclusive to its races to requiring teams to buy parts from single-source suppliers chosen by NASCAR. Additionally, teams are prohibited from participating in other stock car races, further limiting their ability to generate revenue.
Front Row Motorsports owner, Bob Jenkins, expressed his frustration, stating that after 20 years in the business, he has yet to make a profit. He emphasized the need for a more competitive and fair system where teams, drivers, and sponsors can be rewarded for their investments, similar to other successful professional sports leagues.
The lawsuit also sheds light on NASCAR’s financial gains, citing a new seven-year media deal worth $7.7 billion signed last November. This stark contrast in financial stability has led to high turnover among teams, with only eight out of the original 19 team owners remaining in the sport since 2016.
Michael Jordan, a prominent figure in the sport, has taken a stand for fair competition, stating, “I love the sport of racing and the passion of our fans, but the way NASCAR is run today is unfair to teams, drivers, sponsors, and fans.” His team, led by driver Tyler Reddick, recently won its first regular-season championship, adding further significance to their fight for fairness in the sport.
Going forward, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports are set to seek discovery from NASCAR and France while pursuing damages for the anticompetitive terms outlined in the 2016 charter agreement. They are being represented by renowned sports lawyer Jeffrey Kessler and plan to file a preliminary injunction to enable them to race in the next calendar year while continuing to pursue antitrust litigation.
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