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9/30/2026, 3:43:06 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Spire and Chris Gabehart respond to Joe Gibbs Racing's contempt of court motion

“When JGR first brought this case, it told the Court a dramatic story. Mr. Gabehart, JGR said, had stolen the ‘crown jewels’ of its racing operation and was deploying them at Spire Motorsports. JGR obtained a Temporary Restraining Order and then a Preliminary Injunction on the basis of that sensational claim. The Court, while granting partial relief, was careful to craft an Order that ...Keep reading

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9/2/2026, 9:00:00 AMRACER — NASCAR

The RACER Mailbag, September 2

Welcome to the RACER Mailbag. Questions for any of RACER’s writers can be sent to mailbag@racer.com. We love hearing your comments and opinions, but letters that include a question are more likely to be published. Questions received after 12pm ET each Monday will be saved for the following week.Q: Just...

8/29/2026, 6:18:41 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Joe Gibbs Racing wants Spire, Gabehart to produce race setups

As part of the ongoing Joe Gibbs Racing v Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports lawsuit and countersuit, JGR is asking the court to force the defendants to produce certain technical documents. Read Also: NASCAR CupJoe Gibbs Racing seeks $8 million in damages from ex-competition director Chris Gabehart NASCAR CupJoe Gibbs Racing is now suing Spire and Chris ...Keep reading

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8/12/2026, 2:51:58 PMRACER — NASCAR

NASCAR redefines rookies, ruling out Heim for ’27

The new criteria is that in the Cup Series a driver can have no more than 12 starts prior to the season they want to declare for Rookie of the Year. It is 10 starts in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and eight in the Craftsman Truck Series.

7/30/2026, 1:46:48 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Joe Gibbs Racing withdraws one allegation against Chris Gabehart, Spire

Much of what was stated in legal filings on Wednesday in the Joe Gibbs Racing vs. Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports lawsuit and countersuit was a rehash of previous allegations. However, what was not a rehash, was JGR deciding to withdraw one of the allegations it made in an amended complaint. … This was one […]

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6/25/2026, 10:52:20 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Spire Motorsports files counterclaim against Joe Gibbs Racing

Spire Motorsports has filed a countersuit against Joe Gibbs Racing while continuing to strongly deny that it has cheated its way to success via information stolen from the Gibbs organization. … The countersuit explains a previous plotline from the original lawsuit in which Spire Motorsports acknowledged that Joe Gibbs Racing recruited Robert “Chedder” Smith in […]

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6/25/2026, 5:59:56 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Spire and Chris Gabehart countersue Joe Gibbs Racing

In responding to the second amended revision of the Joe Gibbs Racing lawsuit against Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports, both defendants re-established their defense and denials while also filing countersuits against the plaintiffs. Joe Gibbs Racing has argued that Gabehart, who worked at the organization from 2012 to 2025 as an engineer, crew chief and competition director, misappropriated ...Keep reading

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6/9/2026, 7:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates

Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan - Time Magazine

Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan: TIME100 Most Influential People in Sports 2026  Time Magazine

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5/12/2026, 7:00:00 AMJustia Dockets — NASCAR — via Google News

National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, LLC v. The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A to the Complaint - Justia Dockets & Filings

National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, LLC v. The Individuals, Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, Partnerships, and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A to the Complaint  Justia Dockets & Filings

5/11/2026, 8:44:50 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Denny Hamlin: NASCAR appeals hearing ‘not a fair fight’

Denny Hamlin was surprised that NASCAR issued a $50,000 fine and 25-point penalty to Ryan Preece, and believes it should be overturned or reduced on appeal, but also concedes from experience that the deck will be stacked against them. Preece was issued the penalty because the Sanctioning Body believed there was intent based on what the driver said over the radio, supplemented by SMT data ...Keep reading

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5/9/2026, 5:43:26 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Ryan Preece comments on Texas penalty for wrecking Ty Gibbs

Ford Racing driver Ryan Preece stopped by the Watkins Glen International infield media center Saturday morning: RYAN PREECE, No. 60 Mohawk Northeast Inc. Ford Mustang Dark Horse — WHAT‘S YOUR REACTION TO THE PENALTY THIS WEEK?  “Honestly, I‘m a bit surprised. I‘m thankful that NASCAR has an appeals process, so I feel like I can […]

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5/9/2026, 4:04:40 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Mum is the word for Ryan Preece about Ty Gibbs penalty until NASCAR appeal

“Honestly, a bit surprised.” Ryan Preece was very measured on Saturday morning when discussing the penalty levied against him this week by NASCAR for the incident involving him and Ty Gibbs last Sunday at Texas Motor Speedway. Gibbs crashed on Lap 101 and NASCAR deduced intent based on radio communication that indicated Preece could retaliate in some form for a previous incident ...Keep reading

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5/7/2026, 9:33:09 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Texas penalties: Ryan Preece penalized for Ty Gibbs incident UPDATE

UPDATE (5-7-2026): RFK Racing will appeal the 25-point penalty and $50,000 fine that Ryan Preece received for getting into Ty Gibbs at Texas Motor Speedway. “RFK Racing has decided to appeal the penalties issued by NASCAR against Ryan Preece,” the team statement said. “We appreciate the opportunity to share our findings with the National Motorsports […]

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5/7/2026, 9:30:59 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

RFK Racing will appeal Ryan Preece penalty for wrecking Ty Gibbs

RFK Racing has announced plans to appeal the penalties NASCAR issued against Ryan Preece this week. The driver of the No. 60 Ford Mustang was involved in an incident with Texas Motor Speedway where he spun Ty Gibbs into the outside wall. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver suffered significant damage. Radio chatter from before the incident seemed to indicate that he intended to turn the driver of ...Keep reading

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5/6/2026, 9:06:51 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Trial date set in Joe Gibbs Racing, Chris Gabehart trial

After hearing arguments from all parties during a telephonic hearing on Tuesday afternoon, the judge overseeing the Joe Gibbs Racing v Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports lawsuits has scheduled the trial to take place in January. This is later than the November timeframe requested by the plaintiffs and earlier than the May timeline requested by […]

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5/6/2026, 8:58:14 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Judge sets trial date in Joe Gibbs Racing, Chris Gabehart, Spire lawsuit

After hearing arguments from all parties during a telephonic hearing on Tuesday afternoon, the judge overseeing the Joe Gibbs Racing v Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports lawsuits has scheduled the trial to take place in January. This is later than the November timeframe requested by the plaintiffs and earlier than the May timeline requested by the defendants. From the order: “The ...Keep reading

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5/2/2026, 7:16:09 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Denny Hamlin feels personally betrayed by Chris Gabehart amidst lawsuit

Denny Hamlin said it was a 'knee jerk reaction' when he tweeted out a frustrated response on Thursday evening to Spire Motorsports co-owner Jeff Dickerson’s commentary about the ongoing lawsuit brought forth by Joe Gibbs Racing.  Even though it was an emotional response, Hamlin also concedes that he logically feels this way too, as it is a matter of business principle to him as a Joe ...Keep reading

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4/30/2026, 9:05:53 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Jeff Dickerson comments on Joe Gibbs Racing lawsuit

Spire Motorsports co-owner Jeff Dickerson strongly defended his NASCAR team on Thursday from allegations made by rival Joe Gibbs Racing in a federal lawsuit, saying, “Spire has not even begun to fight.” “I don‘t want to be in court,” Dickerson said, calling the lawsuit an effort to “diminish” his team. “… They‘ve called us a […]

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4/28/2026, 4:50:56 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Joe Gibbs Racing intends to amend Spire, Gabehart lawsuit

Prior to the weekend, Joe Gibbs Racing notified both Spire Motorsports and Chris Gabehart that it intended to amend and refile its lawsuit against them both. As a result, their intended responses to the lawsuit due on Monday is no longer necessary. The below in italics is taken from the notice to the Western District of North Carolina.   “Defendants requested JGR provide a copy of the ...Keep reading

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4/24/2026, 6:51:47 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Judge issues injunction ruling in Joe Gibbs Racing v Chris Gabehart lawsuit

In simplest terms, the preliminary injunction ruling issued by Judge Susan C. Rodriguez in the Joe Gibbs Racing v. Chris Gabehart and Spire Motorsports lawsuit is fundamentally no different than the Temporary Restraining Order everyone has acted under over the past month.   As part of the ruling issued on late Thursday night: Gabehart shall ‘immediately cease and desist’ from ...Keep reading

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2/20/2026, 10:36:30 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Chris Gabehart 'emphatically denies' Joe Gibbs Racing lawsuit allegations

One day after being sued by Joe Gibbs Racing over an alleged 'brazen scheme' to steal data from the organization while negotiating his employment separation and a job opportunity with Spire Motorsports, Chris Gaebhart responded with a statement that suggests he intends to challenge his longtime employer in court. “Yesterday afternoon, Joe Gibbs Racing filed a lawsuit claiming - falsely - that ...Keep reading

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2/19/2026, 9:43:17 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

JGR files lawsuit against Chris Gabehart for 'brazen scheme to steal sensitive information'

At the beginning of December, it was reported that Chris Gabehart had left Joe Gibbs Racing in a surprising exit. He worked at JGR for 13 years, and won 22 Cup races as a crew chief for Denny Hamlin between 2019 and 2024. Most recently, he worked as the Director of Competition for the elite organization.  Since his departure, there has been no word regarding why Gabehart left, or where he ...Keep reading

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2/18/2026, 10:00:00 AMRACER — NASCAR

The RACER Mailbag, February 18

Welcome to the RACER Mailbag. Questions for any of RACER’s writers can be sent to mailbag@racer.com. We love hearing your comments and opinions, but letters that include a question are more likely to be published. Questions received after 3pm ET each Monday will be saved for the following week.Q: What...

2/11/2026, 8:30:24 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Denny Hamlin says NASCAR needs billions-dollar investment to grow

The 23XI and Front Row Motorsports v NASCAR antitrust trial ended in a considerable victory for Denny Hamlin in the form of a settlement but now comes the real work of growing the discipline in the decades to come. It was more than just a triumph for the team Hamlin co-owns with legendary sportsman Michael Jordan or the team owned by restaurant franchisee and NASCAR lifer Bob Jenkins too. The ...Keep reading

#23xi#front-row#antitrust#hamlin#jordan
2/4/2026, 10:00:00 AMRACER — NASCAR

The RACER Mailbag, February 4

Welcome to the RACER Mailbag. Questions for any of RACER’s writers can be sent to mailbag@racer.com. We love hearing your comments and opinions, but letters that include a question are more likely to be published. Questions received after 3pm ET each Monday will be saved for the following week.Q: Alex...

1/22/2026, 9:07:21 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

Pacific Life Insurance seeks Kyle Busch $8.5m lawsuit dismissal

‘The Complaint here is filled with inflammatory and disingenuous rhetoric, but none of it shows any wrongful conduct by Pacific Life.’ This is the key component of the argument made by Pacific Life Insurance in a legal filing on Thursday morning that motioned Judge Matthew E. Orso of the Western District of North Carolina to dismiss the lawsuit brought forth against it and an independent ...Keep reading

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1/22/2026, 6:40:21 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Pacific Life Insurance responds to Busch's lawsuit

Pacific Life Insurance Company on Thursday asked a federal court to dismiss the $8.5 million lawsuit filed by NASCAR champion Kyle Busch and his wife over policies the Buschs claim were sold to them under false and negligent representations as tax-free income for retirement. The filing in the Western District of North Carolina — the […]

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1/22/2026, 2:44:52 PMESPN — NASCAR Headlines

Pacific Life seeks to dismiss Busch's $8.5M suit

Pacific Life Insurance Company asked a federal court to dismiss the $8.5M lawsuit filed by NASCAR's Kyle Busch and his wife over policies the Busches claim were sold to them under false and negligent representations as tax-free income for retirement.

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1/9/2026, 2:43:24 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR open to outside investors?

The Frances have always remained steadfast in their commitment to keep NASCAR private, but a bruising past few months have tested that resolve. … The lawsuit and its aftermath have heightened the sense that the France family may be more open to outside investors to the sanctioning body. NASCAR has allowed private equity firms to […]

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12/13/2025, 8:25:54 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Charter values may have doubled with lawsuit settlement

Several NASCAR team investors and industry executives feel charter values have gone up overnight with the establishment of evergreen provisions, with some predicting a near doubling of value right away. This season, Legacy Motor Club paid Rick Ware Racing $45M for a charter, one of the 36 that make up the system established in 2016, […]

#charter#lawsuit
12/12/2025, 12:27:10 PMESPN — NASCAR Headlines

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.

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12/11/2025, 4:41:03 PMRACER — NASCAR

NASCAR settles antitrust case with 23XI, Front Row teams

The financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. However, all NASCAR Cup Series teams, including 23XI and Front Row, will be granted permanent (or "evergreen") charters.

#23xi#front-row#charter#antitrust
12/11/2025, 2:12:04 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Day eight of the NASCAR antitrust lawsuit

The eighth day of the NASCAR antitrust lawsuit saw NASCAR Chairman Jim France conclude his cross-examination before the defense (NASCAR) called its first witness. NASCAR’s attorneys have stated that they hope to wrap up their arguments by end of day Friday. Witnesses called to the stand during Wednesday’s session were NASCAR executive vice president and […]

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12/9/2025, 1:01:54 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR antitrust lawsuit begins second week

The sixth day, the start of the second week, of the NASCAR antitrust lawsuit kicked off on Monday. Witnesses called to the stand during the day were Jonathan Marshall of the Race Team Alliance, wrapping up his testimony from Friday, and Edward Snyder, a professor of economics. NASCAR Wire Service: In the Western District of […]

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12/9/2025, 12:25:21 AMESPN — NASCAR Headlines

Economist: NASCAR shorted teams in suit $365M

An economist testified in Michael Jordan's federal antitrust trial against NASCAR that the racing series owes a combined $364.7 million in damages to the two teams suing it over a revenue-sharing dispute.

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12/6/2025, 10:50:44 AMESPN — NASCAR Headlines

Someone had to 'challenge NASCAR,' says Jordan

Retired NBA great Michael Jordan testified Friday at the NASCAR antitrust trial that "someone had to step forward and challenge the entity" over its current business model.

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12/5/2025, 3:22:34 AMFrontstretch — NASCAR

NASCAR Vs. 23XI/FRM Lawsuit Day 4 Recap

Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins finished up his testimony and was followed by NASCAR President Steve O'Donnell

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12/3/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — (NASCAR charter OR antitrust) 23XI

Among the topics at trial yesterday were letters 23XI and NASCAR exchanged at the end of the charter agreement. These became public in October shortly after lawsuit filed. There was this letter 23XI set on September 6 (when teams were supposed to sign th - x.com

Among the topics at trial yesterday were letters 23XI and NASCAR exchanged at the end of the charter agreement. These became public in October shortly after lawsuit filed. There was this letter 23XI set on September 6 (when teams were supposed to sign th  x.com

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12/3/2025, 1:32:17 AMRACER — NASCAR

Hamlin, NASCAR share terse exchanges in court as antitrust case continues

NASCAR used Denny Hamlin’s own words against him Tuesday to paint the picture that what he has stated about the sport doesn’t match what he’s accusing them of in the ongoing antitrust lawsuit.Hamlin began the day on the witness stand to pick up where he left off Monday during the...

#lawsuit#antitrust#hamlin
12/2/2025, 12:26:57 AMESPN — NASCAR Headlines

Hamlin emotional, MJ present at antitrust trial

The landmark federal antitrust trial against NASCAR opened Monday with an emotional Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan looking on from the gallery.

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12/1/2025, 1:55:23 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

NASCAR antitrust lawsuit gets underway today

2311 Racing LLC et al v. National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, LLC et al, Case Number 3:2024cv00886 gets underway in the United States Western District of North Carolina courthouse today with Judge Kenneth Bell presiding. What the case is about: 23XI and Front Row sued NASCAR in October 2024, claiming the sanctioning body […]

#23xi#front-row#lawsuit#antitrust
11/29/2025, 8:10:48 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Teams, NASCAR submit exhibit lists for antitrust lawsuit trial

Among the last-minute filings in the NASCAR antitrust suit are the parties‘ massive exhibit lists – documents that preview the evidence each side may rely on at trial. The teams‘ list spans 778 exhibits, and the material condenses into eight major themes. Most items center on charter negotiations, including emails, letters, redlines, and strategy decks […]

#charter#lawsuit#antitrust
11/27/2025, 3:00:00 AMRACER — NASCAR

The RACER Mailbag, November 26

Welcome to the RACER Mailbag. Questions for any of RACER’s writers can be sent to mailbag@racer.com. We love hearing your comments and opinions, but letters that include a question are more likely to be published. Questions received after 3pm ET each Monday will be saved for the following week.Q: Thinking...

11/24/2025, 9:32:32 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

Richard Childress says he's considering legal action against NASCAR for comments

Richard Childress issued a statement Monday following the release of  comments from NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps that were made public last week during trial preparations for the upcoming antitrust lawsuit. Childress says he is considering legal action. Phelps’ comments were originally made back in 2023 after Childress was a guest on SiriusXM. Phelps called Childress […]

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11/24/2025, 7:36:28 PMRACER — NASCAR

Childress considering legal action over NASCAR messages

Richard Childress Racing stated Monday that “legal action is being contemplated” after its owner was insulted by NASCAR executives, as revealed by text messages in the antitrust lawsuit.

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11/24/2025, 12:18:22 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)

More details released in latest antitrust lawsuit filings

Several media members have scoured the latest round of released documents in the pending antitrust lawsuit. There are thousands of pages from both NASCAR at the teams covering a number of years.  The amount of information is overwhelming and difficult to digest. They are too numerous to post here individually, so here’s a collection of […]

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11/24/2025, 1:48:26 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)

How NASCAR's ownership charter system works

The 2025 season marks a decade in which the NASCAR Cup Series has functionally operated under the ‘charter agreement,’ but it’s also the first year of the second document and first extension to an agreement first crafted in advance of the 2016 season. It’s also the first season that began with a lawsuit with two teams alleging federal antitrust violations against the sanctioning body ...Keep reading

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