Former NASCAR Driver Slams Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing in Explosive Legal War

Former NASCAR Driver Slams Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing in Explosive Legal War

Former NASCAR driver Kenny Wallace has publicly criticized 23XI Racing—co-owned by basketball legend Michael Jordan—as the team begins a legal battle with the sport. The lawsuit, jointly filed by 23XI Racing and Bob Jenkins’ Front Row Motorsports, accuses NASCAR of monopolistic practices under the tight control of the France family and its executive leadership. The lawsuit could see transformative changes in the sport’s operations, and unsurprisingly, plenty of insiders have an opinion on what’s happening.

The announcement of the lawsuit was met with mixed reactions across NASCAR. While some, like the legendary commentator Larry McReynolds, have openly condemned the lawsuit, others in the community are rallying behind it, advocating for reformation in how NASCAR operates. In a video posted to X, Kenny Wallace weighed in on the controversy, warning of the potentially severe financial repercussions if the lawsuit succeeds.

NASCAR cannot let Michael Jordan Front Row win this. Because if they win this, that means NASCAR are going to have to give up millions and millions and millions and millions of dollars,” Wallace said.