5/20/2026, 4:33:57 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
2026 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee Kurt Busch announced that he will compete in the 2026 Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) NASCAR Classic presented by Goodyear at Circuit de la Sarthe, near Le Mans, France. The event runs from July 2-5 and will celebrate 50 years since NASCAR‘s first attempt in the 24-hour race. HSR is […]
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5/19/2026, 8:28:23 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR announced today the inductees who will comprise the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2027. The three-person group — the 17th since the inception of the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2010 — consists of Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton and Larry Phillips. In addition, Lesa France Kennedy was named the recipient of the Landmark […]
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5/19/2026, 3:11:50 PMRACER — NASCAR
Kurt Busch will compete in the 2026 Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) NASCAR Classic at Circuit de la Sarthe, near Le Mans, France. The event runs from July 2-5, and will celebrate 50 years since NASCAR’s first attempt in the 24-hour race.Busch, who collected 34 victories throughout his NASCAR Cup Series...
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5/13/2026, 3:59:55 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France reportedly stepping down as CEO of NASCAR MSN
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4/26/2026, 2:10:02 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)
Most of you reading this probably know the story of how NASCAR began. From bootleggers on dirt roads to amateur stock car racing organizations with a loose semblance of structure, and then a history-altering meeting at the Streamline Hotel in Daytona Beach.
36 men were in that fateful 1947 meeting and one of them was Bill France Sr. -- the founding father of the National Association for ...Keep reading
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4/26/2026, 1:40:33 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)
The promotions of Steve O'Donnell and Ben Kennedy are not an extension of the status quo, but instead, aim to be the start of something new for the National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing.
O’Donnell has taken over as Chief Executive Officer from Jim France, the youngest son of NASCAR founder Bill France Sr. Kennedy, the great-grandson of the elder France, is now serving as Chief ...Keep reading
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4/25/2026, 9:04:41 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR Media Conference Press Conference Saturday, April 25, 2026 An Interview with: Jim France, Steve O’Donnell, Ben Kennedy THE MODERATOR: I’d like to bring up NASCAR chairman Jim France and executive vice president Lesa Kennedy for some opening remarks. JIM FRANCE: I’m a little embarrassed by the video because it’s difficult to take credit for other people’s hard […]
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4/25/2026, 7:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Steve O’Donnell Named New NASCAR CEO As Jim France Steps Down American Cars And Racing
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4/25/2026, 7:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Steve O'Donnell to replace Jim France as NASCAR CEO MSN
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4/24/2026, 7:55:48 PMMotorsport.com — NASCAR Cup (News)
NASCAR boss Jim France is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) but he will remain as the Chairman of the Board of Directors and majority owner of NASCAR. The news was confirmed by the Sanctioning Body on Saturday morning at Talladega.
France, who turns 82 later this year, took over the position from nephew Brian France in August, 2018, after Brian France was arrested on suspicion of ...Keep reading
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4/24/2026, 7:13:00 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR CEO and chairman Jim France, the son of the man who founded the league nearly 80 years ago, is relinquishing his role as CEO and being replaced by current NASCAR president Steve O‘Donnell, according to multiple industry sources. O‘Donnell will become the first non-France family member to lead the most popular form of motorsport […]
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4/24/2026, 7:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France steps down as NASCAR CEO after 78 years of family rule MSN
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4/24/2026, 7:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR leadership to change with Jim France stepping down as CEO Chattanooga Times Free Press
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4/24/2026, 7:00:00 AMGoogle News — AP News NASCAR
Reports: Jim France to step down as NASCAR's chief executive officer, Steve O'Donnell promoted AP News
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2/9/2026, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Brian France Defends Family After NASCAR Antitrust Lawsuit Settlement Yahoo Sports
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1/21/2026, 7:19:07 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
NASCAR presented team owner and motorsports innovator Jack Roush with the Bill France Award of Excellence, recognizing his decades-long impact on the sport and his ongoing commitment to competition, innovation, and leadership at the highest level of stock car racing. The Bill France Award of Excellence is NASCAR‘s most prestigious honor, reserved for individuals who […]
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1/21/2026, 6:16:14 PMRACER — NASCAR
Jack Roush has become the first individual to be presented the Bill France Award of Excellence twice after receiving the award ahead of the 2026 season.
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1/9/2026, 2:43:24 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
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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12/18/2025, 5:39:51 AMFrontstretch — NASCAR
Will Jim France and Steve Phelps be back in their current roles next year?
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12/11/2025, 8:36:03 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
‘I didn’t want to tear it down.’ Michael Jordan, Jim France see a new day in NASCAR Charlotte Observer
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12/11/2025, 8:23:04 AMGoogle News — NBC Sports NASCAR
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents’ advice NBC Sports
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12/11/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Michael Jordan, Jim France discuss NASCAR antitrust settlement WCNC
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12/11/2025, 4:56:12 AMESPN — NASCAR Headlines
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.
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12/11/2025, 3:21:52 AMGoogle News — (NASCAR charter OR antitrust) 23XI
Plaintiffs Rest After NASCAR Chairman Jim France Concludes Testimony in Antitrust Lawsuit Catchfence
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12/11/2025, 2:13:32 AMFrontstretch — NASCAR
Featuring reactions to the rest of Jim France's testimony as well as witnesses John Probst, Greg Maffei and Dr. Mark Zmijewski.
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12/11/2025, 2:12:04 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
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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12/11/2025, 1:35:02 AMRACER — NASCAR
Finishing his testimony under cross-examination, NASCAR Chairman and CEO Jim France said he wasn’t comfortable agreeing to permanent charters because he didn’t know what the future of the sport would look like.
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12/11/2025, 1:35:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR’s France reiterates his resistance to permanent charters RACER - Racing News
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12/11/2025, 12:36:46 AMGoogle News — (NASCAR charter OR antitrust) 23XI
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents’ advice WKBN.com
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12/11/2025, 12:36:46 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice Eagle-Tribune
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12/10/2025, 10:20:32 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents’ advice Yahoo Sports
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12/10/2025, 9:56:14 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice PinalCentral.com
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12/10/2025, 8:36:02 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Lawsuit: Rick Hendrick Presents His Multi-Million Dollar Losses in Letter to NASCAR CEO Jim France The Daily Downforce
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12/10/2025, 5:43:45 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents’ advice AccessWdun
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12/10/2025, 4:19:08 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman France stands firm on charter stance theScore.com
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12/10/2025, 4:15:21 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France's testimony reveals stubborn stance on NASCAR charters amid emotional pleas MSN
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12/10/2025, 4:15:00 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice Spectrum News
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12/10/2025, 3:42:34 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice The Killeen Daily Herald
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12/10/2025, 3:42:34 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice Athens Daily Review
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12/10/2025, 3:42:34 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice Weatherford Democrat
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12/10/2025, 3:42:34 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice | Sports | 2news.com KTVN
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12/10/2025, 3:42:00 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice Bryan Times
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12/10/2025, 11:00:08 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France's testimony reveals stubborn stance on NASCAR charters amid emotional pleas Boston 25 News
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12/10/2025, 11:00:08 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France's testimony reveals stubborn stance on NASCAR charters amid emotional pleas Source ONE News
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12/10/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents’ advice WSOC TV
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12/10/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France's testimony reveals stubborn stance on NASCAR charters amid emotional pleas WUNC News
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12/10/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR’s Jim France wraps testimony, plaintiffs rest case in antitrust trial - The Athletic The New York Times
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12/10/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — Reuters NASCAR
NASCAR CEO Jim France: ‘I have not’ changed stance on permanent charters Reuters
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12/10/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — AP News NASCAR
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents’ advice AP News
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12/10/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR CEO France takes the stand as plaintiffs’ final witness in antitrust case RACER - Racing News
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12/10/2025, 6:29:27 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice Click2Houston
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12/10/2025, 6:29:27 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France stands firm on charter stance, citing parents' advice Yahoo Sports
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12/10/2025, 6:29:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR Chairman Jim France Stands Firm on Charter Stance, Citing Parents' Advice U.S. News & World Report
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12/10/2025, 4:18:17 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France questioned over salary, ownership stake during NASCAR antitrust trial MSN
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12/10/2025, 3:21:26 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Plaintiffs’ Case Nears Conclusion with Questioning of NASCAR chairman Jim France in Antitrust Trial Catchfence
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12/10/2025, 2:47:55 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France, Steve Phelps take the stand during antitrust trial FanBuzz
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12/9/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France, team owner Richard Childress testify on Day 7 of trial The New York Times
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12/9/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France faces tough questions as plaintiffs prepare to rest case in NASCAR antitrust trial Sports Business Journal
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12/9/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Jim France questioned over salary, ownership stake during NASCAR antitrust trial On3
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12/9/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — (NASCAR charter OR antitrust) 23XI
23XI, FRM attorney Jeffrey Kessler gets major charter admission out of NASCAR CEO Jim France On3
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12/5/2025, 11:19:00 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Michael Jordan Exposes NASCAR’s Harsh Reality as Jim France & Family Faces Uncomfortable Questions EssentiallySports
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12/5/2025, 8:38:54 PMGoogle News — (NASCAR charter OR antitrust) 23XI
23XI, FRM vs. NASCAR trial: Michael Jordan fires shot at Jim France while on the stand On3
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12/5/2025, 12:26:14 PMESPN — NASCAR Headlines
The attorney for the two teams suing NASCAR portrayed series chairperson Jim France as "a brick wall" in negotiations over the new revenue-sharing model that has triggered the Michael Jordan-backed federal.
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12/5/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NBC Sports NASCAR
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case NBC Sports
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12/5/2025, 3:29:10 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR president Steve O'Donnell changes tune on Jim France reaction to Heather Gibbs charter letter On3
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12/5/2025, 2:48:03 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
At trial, NASCAR prez says CEO France was against new revenue model Field Level Media
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12/5/2025, 2:37:30 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
At trial, NASCAR prez says CEO France was against new revenue model KNBR
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12/5/2025, 1:19:13 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Darien Times
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12/5/2025, 12:24:01 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal
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12/5/2025, 12:24:01 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal
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12/5/2025, 12:24:01 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case | Sports | 2news.com 2 News Nevada
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12/5/2025, 12:24:01 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Kokomo Tribune
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12/5/2025, 12:24:01 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case LancasterOnline
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12/5/2025, 12:24:01 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case The News-Enterprise
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12/5/2025, 12:24:01 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case The Transylvania Times
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12/5/2025, 12:24:01 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR President testifies France family was opposed to new revenue model PIX11
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12/5/2025, 12:24:01 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Star Beacon
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12/5/2025, 12:24:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Santa Fe New Mexican
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12/5/2025, 12:22:30 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case The Daily Progress
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12/4/2025, 7:24:01 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case NBC4 WCMH-TV
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12/4/2025, 6:05:51 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Ottumwa Courier
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12/4/2025, 5:48:45 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR President testifies France family was opposed to new revenue model WTOP
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12/4/2025, 5:43:28 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR President testifies France family was opposed to new revenue model Ottumwa Courier
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12/4/2025, 5:25:10 PMRACER — NASCAR
NASCAR President Steve O’Donnell took the stand early Thursday morning in a North Carolina federal courtroom and admitted CEO Jim France was not open to a new business model.
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12/4/2025, 3:21:19 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR President testifies France family was opposed to new revenue model AccessWdun
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12/4/2025, 2:45:00 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Spectrum News NY1
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12/4/2025, 11:04:23 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Toronto Star
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12/4/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — (NASCAR charter OR antitrust) 23XI
NASCAR’s O’Donnell testifies teams wanted new revenue model, but France was opposed Sports Business Journal
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12/4/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — Reuters NASCAR
At trial, NASCAR prez says CEO France was against new revenue model Reuters
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12/4/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NBC Sports NASCAR
NASCAR president testifies France family was opposed to new revenue model NBC Sports
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12/4/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case WECT
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12/4/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case AP News
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12/4/2025, 8:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case Laredo Morning Times
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12/4/2025, 6:13:37 AMGoogle News — (NASCAR charter OR antitrust) 23XI
NASCAR chairman Jim France accused of stonewalling teams in antitrust case MSN
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12/1/2025, 11:23:31 AMGoogle News — (NASCAR charter OR antitrust) 23XI
Jim France’s Explosive Reaction to Heather Gibbs’ Charter Plea Comes to Light in 23XI Report PFSN
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11/30/2025, 11:57:51 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
23XI, FRM vs. NASCAR lawsuit: Report reveals heated Jim France reaction to Heather Gibbs charter letter On3
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11/23/2025, 4:10:39 PMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
NASCAR lawsuit documents reveal massive payday for France family in 2023, 2024 On3
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11/5/2025, 3:42:00 PMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
The NASCAR Foundation announced Kate O‘Neal as the winner of the 15th annual Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award during Tuesday‘s NASCAR Awards Banquet in Scottsdale, Az. O‘Neal will receive a $100,000 donation from The NASCAR Foundation going towards The Caring Link, a non-profit that provides brand new clothing, shoes, school supplies, food items, and toiletries […]
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11/3/2025, 10:55:52 AMJayski — Article Links (Daily NASCAR link roundup)
By Dustin Albino AVONDALE, Ariz. — Denny Hamlin was three laps away from conquering his nemesis, the illustrious Bill France Cup trophy. It ended in bitter defeat during the Cup Series Championship race at Phoenix Raceway. After climbing out of the No. 11 car, Hamlin was greeted by fiancée Jordan Fish. The raw emotions from […]
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11/3/2025, 12:51:11 AMGoogle News — NBC Sports NASCAR
Kyle Larson receives Bill France Cup for NASCAR Cup Championship win NBC Sports
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10/27/2025, 7:00:00 AMGoogle News — NASCAR antitrust updates
Brian France’s departure is not allowed to be mentioned in the NASCAR trial racingnews.co
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