As first reported by JaySki.com, NASCAR released an addition to its rulebook that allows it to limit the number of entries for a Cup Series race to 40 teams. The new rule allows NASCAR to fill open slots based on the team owner’s points standings

NASCAR teams 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports have lost their charters for the next two races at Dover and Indianapolis Motor Speedway. That means both outfits will have to operate as Open teams at the two events.

The Braves and Reds will meet at a NASCAR race track in August, and the two MLB teams unveiled the special uniforms they will wear.

And that was apparently the final time that car will turn a lap.

NASCAR has reportedly changed its rule book, likely in response to the latest ruling in the antitrust lawsuit by 23XI and Front Row Motorsports, ensuring the two teams will not miss any races as open teams.

Denny Hamlin won Sunday at Dover to become the first 4-time winner of 2025. Also, there was movement in the ongoing NASCAR court case involving Denny.

NASCAR race team owner Denny Hamlin remained undeterred in the wake of another setback in court, vowing “all will be exposed” in the scheduled December trial as part of 23XI

A court decision Wednesday means 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports could lose their charters — and possibly more — as soon as next week.

The two race teams suing NASCAR over antitrust allegations filed for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction to be recognized as chartered organizations for the remainder of 2025. 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports are locked into a lengthy legal battle over the charter system,

NASCAR convinced a federal judge to deny two racing teams—including one owned by basketball icon Michael Jordan—a temporary restraining order against the organization to preserve their charter designation and guarantee spots in the Cup Series.

Richard Childress Racing has a long history of success in NASCAR, most of it coming with Dale Earnhardt. The Intimidator won six championships for RCR, and the team has won 117 races in the NASCAR Cup Series over its long history with drivers like Earnhardt,

NASCAR hits midsummer amid legal battles involving team charters, a key part of its business model. Two teams, including Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing, are suing NASCAR over antitrust issues.