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Joe Gibbs Racing Seeks Injunction Binding Spire Motorsports to Terms Covering Chris Gabehart

Joe Gibbs Racing Seeks Injunction Binding Spire Motorsports to Terms Covering Chris Gabehart
Championships & Races · 03:18:28 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

Joe Gibbs Racing is seeking a court injunction that would bind Spire Motorsports to terms covering only crew chief Chris Gabehart, according to legal filings. The presiding judge has not yet ruled on the request, and a trial is scheduled to begin on February 1.

The dispute centers on contractual obligations involving Gabehart, who serves as crew chief for Joe Gibbs Racing. Details of the specific injunction terms have not been disclosed publicly.

Legal proceedings between the two NASCAR organizations remain ongoing ahead of the February trial date.

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