Denny Hamlin shed visible tears at Phoenix Raceway. And that was due to a plethora of reasons, ranging from missing a dangerously good chance of a Cup Series title to failing to present his prize to an ailing father. Yet another reason was the ongoing NASCAR lawsuit, which has consumed 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports since October 2024. However, the skies seem to be clearing up a little bit for Hamlin, Michael Jordan, and Co.

Soon after Denny Hamlin missed the 2025 Cup Series championship, Lady Luck made it up to him partially in the courtroom. 23XI, of which Hamlin is a co-owner, and FRM scored a significant win over Jim France and Co. in a hearing by Judge Kenneth D. Bell. And the teams are proceeding accordingly.

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