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Kevin Harvick Calls 23XI-FRM Lawsuit the Biggest Gamble in NASCAR History – “Biggest thing that happened”

by Leonel Gomes
November 20, 2024
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Kevin Harvick Calls 23XI-FRM Lawsuit the Biggest Gamble in NASCAR History  – “Biggest thing that happened”

May 18, 2024; North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, USA; Kevin Harvick substitute driver for NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Larson (5) looks on before qualifying at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

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The 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season was nothing short of explosive, but the on-track drama paled in comparison to the seismic shockwaves of the ongoing 23XI Racing-Front Row Motorsports (FRM) lawsuit against NASCAR. The unprecedented legal battle, which alleges a monopoly in the sport, has sent the NASCAR world into uncharted territory—and veteran driver Kevin Harvick isn’t holding back his thoughts.


“A Bold Move of Unprecedented Magnitude”

In his recent season review podcast with Fox Sports, Harvick labeled the lawsuit as the most significant storyline of 2024. With every other team agreeing to NASCAR’s new charter deal for the 2025-2031 seasons, 23XI Racing and FRM have taken a lone stand, filing a federal lawsuit that challenges the very foundation of NASCAR’s ownership structure.

“It’s such a bold move; we’ve never seen anything like it in this sport,” Harvick said. “They’re clearly fighting for something they believe could change the path of the sport for team owners. To me, it was the biggest thing that happened this season, nothing else comes close.”


High Stakes: A Risk Worth Taking?

Harvick didn’t shy away from addressing the enormous risks 23XI and FRM face as they dig in their heels. Without charters for the upcoming season, both teams are set to race as open entries, a precarious position that could jeopardize their participation in NASCAR’s most iconic events—starting with the Daytona 500.

“If they keep battling down this road, they’re going to wind up racing as open teams,” Harvick warned. “That creates a real possibility where one of their cars could miss the Daytona 500.”

The implications are staggering. Without guaranteed spots in the field, 23XI Racing and FRM not only face the risk of missing key races but also the loss of vital sponsorship deals and potential financial fallout.


A Battle That Could Reshape NASCAR’s Future

The lawsuit, the first of its kind in NASCAR’s storied history, underscores deep-seated frustrations with the sport’s charter system. Harvick acknowledged the gravity of the fight and expressed respect for the boldness of 23XI and FRM in challenging the status quo.

“This isn’t just a legal battle—it’s a fight for what they believe the sport should look like as team owners,” Harvick said. “It’s a story of immense risk, but also of conviction and belief in a better future.”

While NASCAR has yet to publicly respond in detail, the tension between the two sides has left the sport on the brink of a potential watershed moment. The question now is whether a settlement can be reached to allow the teams to race for the championship in 2025—or if the conflict will deepen, reshaping the business model of NASCAR entirely.


A Pivotal Moment in NASCAR History

For Harvick, the 23XI-FRM lawsuit is more than just a headline—it’s a defining moment in NASCAR’s evolution.

“It’s a bold gamble,” Harvick said. “But it’s also a fight that could fundamentally alter the direction of the sport. The stakes couldn’t be higher.”

With the Daytona 500 looming and the 2025 season on the horizon, all eyes are on this legal showdown. Will NASCAR find a path to resolution, or will 23XI Racing and FRM’s bold stand force a reckoning within the sport?

The answer could shape NASCAR’s future for years to come.

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