The ongoing lawsuit between NASCAR and two of its Cup teams, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, has taken another sharp turn. A federal judge recently dismissed NASCAR’s counterclaim against the teams, saying that NASCAR hadn’t shown any proof of an “unreasonable restraint of trade” or any antitrust harm caused by the Race Team Alliance’s collective stance.

The case, which centers on allegations of monopolistic control and unfair charter practices, continues to loom large as the sport approaches its 2025 Championship weekend. Despite the legal tension, NASCAR President Steve Phelps has recently emphasized that the organization remains committed to resolving the dispute “through cooperation, not confrontation.”

Steve Phelps pushes for unity

Recently, while speaking with the press,

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