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23XI Racing and NASCAR Made a Compromise
December 12, 2025 | Edition #499
👋 Hey, Motorhead!
The feud between NASCAR and its team owners over the charter agreement has its first major resolution. A settlement has been reached with 23XI Racing, and the terms suggest Michael Jordan's team won key concessions on the revenue model that could impact the entire sport.
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With Settlement Terms Revealed, MJ & Hamlin Walk Away as Clear Winners |
Cup Teams will have more stability and equal ownership stake in NASCAR after the settlement deal. |
Will the Settlement Make the Sport Better for Fans? |
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Tony Stewart didn’t like being rubbed off by his rival on the track; he preferred giving it back. This fiery personality trait was on full display in 2000 during the Watkins Glen race. While running in just his second season, Stewart banged doors with Jeff Gordon—and what followed was pure chaos. The two exchanged heated words, and tempers flared so intensely that crew members had to step in to keep things from escalating further. In case you want to refresh your memory, here’s the video of the incident. |
 Hint: Drivers boycotted the inaugural race at this track in 1969. |
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