Joe Gibbs Racing seeks $150 million in legal battle with Spire Motorsports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Joe Gibbs Racing filed a lawsuit against Spire Motorsports and former competition director Chris Gabehart over alleged misuse of confidential information. The case centers on claims that Gabehart took sensitive data when he left JGR, which could provide Spire an unfair advantage. JGR is seeking nearly $150 million in damages, with a jury trial scheduled for February 1, 2027. This dispute is among the largest in NASCAR's history, highlighting ongoing concerns about trade secrets within the sport.
- •Joe Gibbs Racing alleges misuse of trade secrets by Spire Motorsports.
- •Lawsuit claims damages of nearly $150 million.
- •Trial set for February 1, 2027.
- •Disputes over expert reports may affect proceedings.
- •JGR's claim represents a record financial dispute between teams.
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