Charlotte Jury Hears Antitrust Battle Between NASCAR, Teams
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. Federal jurors seated Monday heard opening arguments in a high-stakes antitrust trial brought by 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports against NASCAR and CEO Jim France. The teams allege the sport's charter system and related conduct amount to illegal monopolization that harmed team finances and competitive opportunities. Witnesses, evidence and emails were presented this week as plaintiffs outlined claims and NASCAR defended its business model. Testimony included accounts from co-owner Denny Hamlin and strategy testimony from Scott Prime. The trial may reshape franchise rights and revenue distribution in stock-car racing. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline of Events
- October 2024: 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports file antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR.
- Early discovery: Plaintiffs obtain internal emails and financial documents cited in claims.
- Dec. 1 (trial start): Jury selection and opening arguments in U.S. District Court, Charlotte.
- Dec. 1–2: Denny Hamlin testifies as an emotional first witness; Michael Jordan attends.
- Dec. 2–3: Scott Prime and Bob Jenkins testify; documents and emails introduced as evidence.
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If plaintiffs succeed, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports could gain greater charter control, increased revenue distribution, and legal precedent altering NASCAR's commercial framework.
If plaintiffs prevail, NASCAR leadership and the France family could face financial liabilities, operational restructuring, and loss of control over charter-related revenues.
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