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12+ min ago (768+ words) While NASCAR has grabbed much of the attention with the stunning settlement involving 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports on December 11, another major announcement came from IndyCar at relatively the same time that will have major impact on the direction of that series. IndyCar announced its independent officiating system that will be utilized beginning in 2016 for the NTT IndyCar Series and INDY NXT by Firestone Series. The new entity will be known as INDYCAR Officiating, Inc., and is listed as a not-for-profit organization. The three-person board, known as the Independent Officiating Board (IOB), includes NASCAR Hall of Famer Ray Evernham, Raj Nair, formerly a Ford Motor Company senior executive, and Ronan Morgan, the former chairman of stewards for the FIA. Previously, the officiating crew was part of INDYCAR itself, which is owned and operated by Penske Entertainment. The new board will…...

25+ min ago (456+ words) The Red Bull boss lost his job after 20 years in the role MERCEDES chief Toto Wolff has stuck the boot into Christian Horner, claiming a "sense of entitlement" is what ultimately cost the long-time Red Bull boss his job. Horner was dramatically booted out in June after 20 years in charge, ending one of F1s fiercest rivalries both on and off the track. Wolff and Horner famously locked horns during the explosive 2021 title fight- the year Max Verstappen snatched the crown from Lewis Hamilton after race director Michael Masi botched the rules in the Abu Dhabi showdown. Wolff admitted the controversial finale still haunts him and Hamilton. He said: "I talked to Lewis about it yesterday. I think about it every day- and so does he. "Its stayed with the whole team. READ MORE ON F1 Alonso, 44, expecting baby with F1 presenter who has…...

27+ min ago (379+ words) The lawsuit filed by Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports had shadowed NASCAR for more than a year. The retired NBA great pushed ahead, telling the jury he felt he was one of the few who could challenge the series. "Today's a good day," Jordan said. The financial terms were not disclosed. An economist earlier testified 23XI and Front Row were owed over $300 million in damages. The settlement came on the ninth day of the trial before U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell, who set aside motions hearing for an hour-long sidebar. Jeffrey Kessler, attorney for 23XI Racing and Front Row, emerged from a conference room at the end of the hour to inform a court clerk "we're ready." Kessler then led Jordan, Hamlin and Bob Jenkins to another room for more talks. Both teams said a loss in the case would have…...

27+ min ago (47+ words) NASCAR reached a settlement Thursday in the major antitrust lawsuit filed by two of the stock car series' race teams, including one co-owned by NBA legend Michael Jordan. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports. NASCAR settles antitrust case filed by two teams, one owned by Michael Jordan...

29+ min ago (497+ words) Michael Jordan walked into the Charlotte federal courthouse expecting another tense day in one of NASCAR's most consequential legal battles. Instead, the NBA icon-turned-owner walked out with secured charters and a victory that reshapes NASCAR history. What began as a war for the sport's future ended Thursday with an unexpected truce. Attorney Jeffrey Kessler brought the nearly two-week antitrust trial to a stunning close on the ninth day of proceedings. He announced that 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports, and NASCAR had finally settled. "I'm pleased to say the parties have positively settled this matter in a way that will benefit the industry going forward," Kessler said, according to The Athletic. The announcement arrived shortly after U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell called a lengthy sidebar to facilitate final discussions. Judge Bell reportedly told the jury that the talks would save them "a lot…...

33+ min ago (275+ words) May 3, 2025; Miramar, FL, USA; A general overall aerial view of the Ansin Sports Complex, the site of the Grand Slam Track Miami. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Published'Dec 12, 2025, 02:43 AM Dec 11 - Grand Slam Track, the start-up track and field league launched by former Olympic champion Michael Johnson, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy "protection "in Delaware as it seeks to stabilise "its finances after a turbulent inaugural season, the organisation said on Thursday. The announcement comes "after "a troubled debut season in which GST cancelled its final in Los Angeles, cut its Philadelphia event from three to two days "and struggled to pay athletes when committed funding fell through. Attendance was poor "at the opening leg in "Kingston, Jamaica, and Johnson acknowledged in August that the league was unable to meet promised payment timelines. GST said the court-supervised process would allow it…...

45+ min ago (331+ words) After nine days of an antitrust suit that many believe'd would never make it to trial, NASCAR'agreed to a settlement with'Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing team as well as Front Row Motorsports on Thursday. The two race teams, represented by star attorney Jeffrey Kessler, alleged that NASCAR acted as a monopsony (not to be confused with a monopoly, and sought $365M in combined damages. Throughout the trial, Kessler showed several instances where NASCAR seemingly asserted its power over the stock car racing market to leverage teams into agreeing to an unfair charter agreement. Before a jury could come to decision, with Judge Kenneth Bell hoping to wrap up the trial by Friday, the two sides convened on Thursday morning and came to a settlement agreement. The largest concession on the part of NASCAR is evergreen charters, which NASCAR owner Jim France had previous…...

49+ min ago (416+ words) NASCAR has reached a major turning point after settling the 2024 antitrust lawsuit brought by 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports. The case had raised serious questions about how teams were treated under the old charter system and how money moved through the sport. With the new agreement, NASCAR will introduce perpetual "evergreen" charters that teams can keep as long as both sides agree. This change is meant to give teams security and help create a fairer field. With the legal fight behind them, NASCAR and its teams can now shift energy toward the 2026 season. The lawsuit centered on concerns over charter rules and revenue sharing, which teams said limited their ability to grow. As part of the new terms, charter holders will receive updated agreements outlining how the evergreen system works. The financial pieces of the settlement were not released, showing…...

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58+ min ago (628+ words) There have been numerous reports putting Mercedes as the favourites for 2026. At least in terms of engine development, the German constructor is overwhelmingly expected to set the standard. Given their track record, this narrative is not something out of the ordinary. It is also known that Mercedes " in typical fashion " have invested significantly in the upcoming generation of power units. In a bid to manage these expectations, Toto Wolff insists there is no guarantee the Mercedes engine will be superior. Perhaps more intriguingly, the Mercedes team principal is weary of his customer teams. Wolff points to the growing threat posed by other teams with the same engine. It is very unusual that customer teams win Formula 1 Championship, at least in recent history. Being a customer is widely seen as a limitation, which is partly why Red Bull took a risk…...