There were a few developments in the antitrust case between 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports and NASCAR this week. Here’s what happened in the courtroom.
- On Sept. 13, the teams filed a motion to dismiss the testimony of John L. Hansen for a counterclaim, which was granted.
- Also on Sept. 13, the teams filed a motion to dismiss the testimony of Edwin S. Desser, which was also granted.
- The hearing for summary request (which was submitted on Friday, Sept. 12) was set for Tuesday, Oct. 21. The hearing, requested by the teams, regards the counterclaims by NASCAR that the teams colluded illegally in order to obtain more money in the latest charter agreement. The hope for the teams is for the judge to throw out that case, sending the original complaint toward a trial date in early December.
A member of the National Motorsports Press Association (NMPA), Samuel also covers NASCAR for Yardbarker, Field Level Media, and Heavy Sports. He will attend the University of Arkansas in the fall of 2025.