NASCAR’s counterclaim is nothing more than a baseless distraction meant to divert attention from its own monopolistic behavior. The organization had initially agreed to joint negotiations but is now attacking them. When those discussions fell through, NASCAR took advantage of individual negotiations to enforce its charter terms, leaving most teams feeling they had no choice but to comply.
The lawsuit filed by my clients has always been about making NASCAR a more competitive and fair sport for drivers, fans, sponsors, and teams who are passionate about racing. Every major sport undergoes a transition when faced with antitrust claims, and that time has come for NASCAR.
This meritless counterclaim does not change anything. We remain confident in our case and look forward to presenting it in court.
As part of the 23XI/FRM-NASCAR litigation, NASCAR has filed a counterclaim against 23XI, FRM and 23XI co-owner Curtis Polk alleging a conspiracy and agreement in unreasonable restraint of interstate trade and commerce, constituting a violation of Section 1 of the Sherman Act.
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) March 5, 2025
NASCAR is asking the court for an injunction that would eliminate the guaranteed entry provision of the charter agreement if 23XI, Front Row continue its legal course.
Also claiming the teams are in antitrust violation in its charter negotiating tactics led by Curtis Polk. https://t.co/N0akCx32tw pic.twitter.com/PH8ggPr2Z7
— Matt Weaver (@MattWeaverRA) March 5, 2025
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