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‘Incredibly optimistic': Team owners react to NASCAR settlement

‘Incredibly optimistic': Team owners react to NASCAR settlement

Veteran driver Denny Hamlin had plenty to say in court over the past week and a half, but after Thursday's groundbreaking settlement in the antitrust case against NASCAR, Hamlin summed it up in two sentences.

Rick Hendrick News / 5 GOATs / December 11
Rick Hendrick reacts following major NASCAR settlement with 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports

Rick Hendrick reacts following major NASCAR settlement with 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports

The NASCAR antitrust trial has reached a settlement. Team owners like Rick Hendrick have celebrated the mutual agreement between the parties involved. Hendrick now has four permanent charters in the Cup Series, charters that will rise in value now, thanks to today’s settlement.

NASCAR News / ESPN / December 11

Jordan's 23XI antitrust suit pushed dinosaurs out and NASCAR into the future

The way NASCAR had long done business had become obsolete, but the antitrust suit brought by Michael Jordan and settled on Thursday, changes that.

Denny Hamlin News / 5 GOATs / December 11
Denny Hamlin reacts to settlement in 23XI Racing, Front Row lawsuit against NASCAR

Denny Hamlin reacts to settlement in 23XI Racing, Front Row lawsuit against NASCAR

Today, the NASCAR antitrust lawsuit came to an end. After more than a year, Denny Hamlin and his team settled with NASCAR. Hamlin, one of the owners of 23XI Racing, has been vocal throughout the legal process, even when advised not to be.

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / December 11
What settlement in antitrust case between 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports and NASCAR means

What settlement in antitrust case between 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports and NASCAR means

The legal saga stretched over 14 months and went to trial on Dec. 1.

Teams suing NASCAR seeking over $364M in damages from antitrust case
Former NASCAR driver Michael Annett dies at 39
Remembering Michael Annett's day in the sun at Daytona
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NASCAR News / Field Level Media / December 11
NASCAR reaches settlement to end antitrust trial

NASCAR reaches settlement to end antitrust trial

NASCAR reached a settlement agreement Thursday with Front Row Motorsports and Michael Jordan's 23XI racing in a federal courtroom in Charlotte. The two

NASCAR News / ESPN / December 11

NASCAR, 2 race teams settle federal antitrust case

NASCAR has reached a settlement of the bruising antitrust lawsuit filed against it by two of its race teams, including one co-owned by NBA great Michael Jordan.

Jimmie Johnson News / The SportsRush / December 11
Why Jimmie Johnson Thinks San Diego ‘Is the Perfect Location’ for a NASCAR Cup Race

Why Jimmie Johnson Thinks San Diego ‘Is the Perfect Location’ for a NASCAR Cup Race

In July 2025, NASCAR announced that it would return to Southern California in 2026 with a street race at Naval Base Coronado. And while the news excited

Chase Briscoe News / The SportsRush / December 11
Prominent Chase Briscoe Sponsor Takes Aim at NASCAR Management for Questionable Rule Enforcement

Prominent Chase Briscoe Sponsor Takes Aim at NASCAR Management for Questionable Rule Enforcement

Richard Childress’ partnership with Chase Briscoe’s current sponsors, Bass Pro Shops, has always been one of the most visible and enduring alliances in the NASCAR garage.

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / December 10
Plaintiffs rest case in NASCAR antitrust lawsuit

Plaintiffs rest case in NASCAR antitrust lawsuit

Cross examination of NASCAR chairman and CEO Jim France ended Wednesday in Charlotte, and the plaintiffs in the federal antitrust lawsuit concluded their case.

Joey Logano News / The SportsRush / December 10
'The Pain of Defeat is Real': How Joey Logano Keeps His Confidence During Slumps in Racing

'The Pain of Defeat is Real': How Joey Logano Keeps His Confidence During Slumps in Racing

In most sports, the math offers some mercy. Two teams square off, and each walks in with a clean fifty-fifty shot. Racing doesn’t deal that hand to anyone.

Richard Childress News / 5 GOATs / December 10
Bass Pro Shops CEO Johnny Morris expresses outrage in letter to NASCAR, over Steve Phelps ‘shockingly offensive’ attacks on Richard Childress

Bass Pro Shops CEO Johnny Morris expresses outrage in letter to NASCAR, over Steve Phelps ‘shockingly offensive’ attacks on Richard Childress

NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps referred to Richard Childress as an “idiot,” a “stupid redneck,” and suggested that the RCR owner be “taken out back and flogged” in unsealed text messages.

NASCAR News / ESPN / December 10

U.S. House passes bill to combat stadium drones

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Wednesday that would allow local and state law enforcement to disable drones during sporting events, which the NFL and other leagues have said are an increasing threat.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. News / The Spun / December 10
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sends Warning During NASCAR's Big Lawsuit

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sends Warning During NASCAR's Big Lawsuit

The ongoing lawsuit between Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing Team and NASCAR has exposed some pretty uncomfortable truths about the NASCAR business model. While former racing champion Dale Earnhardt Jr.

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Daniel Hemric News / Racing America on SI / December 10
Daniel Hemric Returning to No. 19; NAPA Expands Relationship for 2026

Daniel Hemric Returning to No. 19; NAPA Expands Relationship for 2026

2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series champion Daniel Hemric is set to embark on a second full-time campaign with McAnally-Hilgemann Racing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, the organization confirmed on Wednesday.

NASCAR News / ESPN / December 10

NASCAR chair defends charters; plaintiffs rest

NASCAR chairman Jim France explained how advice from his late parents helped shape his stance against granting teams permanent charters in the new revenue-sharing model.

Kurt Busch News / 5 GOATs / December 10
23XI, FRM attorney cites Kurt Busch in response to NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps touting Next Gen safety

23XI, FRM attorney cites Kurt Busch in response to NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps touting Next Gen safety

NASCAR commissioner Steve Phelps touted the safety of the Next Gen car during his Tuesday testimony in the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports versus NASCAR antitrust lawsuit trial.

Richard Childress News / 5 GOATs / December 10
23XI, FRM request decision from Judge Bell after NASCAR uses questionable tactic on Richard Childress

23XI, FRM request decision from Judge Bell after NASCAR uses questionable tactic on Richard Childress

Richard Childress took the stand Tuesday in Day 7 of the 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports versus NASCAR antitrust lawsuit trial. While being questioned by NASCAR on cross-examination, a notable news item was revealed.

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / December 9
NASCAR CEO Jim France: ‘I have not’ changed stance on permanent charters

NASCAR CEO Jim France: ‘I have not’ changed stance on permanent charters

NASCAR chairman and CEO Jim France testified on Tuesday, the seventh day of an antitrust trial in Charlotte, that he has not budged from his position on granting racing teams permanent charters.

Ty Majeski News / Total Apex Sports / December 9
Snowball Derby Controversy: Did Ty Majeski Get Robbed of a Win?

Snowball Derby Controversy: Did Ty Majeski Get Robbed of a Win?

If you were watching the 58th Snowball Derby, you probably felt the same collective jaw-drop that the rest of us did when the black flag came out. Ty Majeski, who had arguably the most dominant car of the day, crossed the finish line first—but he wasn’t the winner.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / December 8
Teams suing NASCAR seeking over $364M in damages

Teams suing NASCAR seeking over $364M in damages from antitrust case

One week after the trial in 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports' antitrust case against NASCAR began, a financial breakdown of the damages the organizations are suing for has been presented. 

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / December 6
Former NASCAR driver Michael Annett dies at 39

Former NASCAR driver Michael Annett dies at 39

JR Motorsports announced on Friday that former NASCAR driver Michael Annett died. He was 39 years old. 

Remembering Annett's day in the sun at Daytona International Speedway

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