Legacy Motor Club Sues TJ Puchyr Over NASCAR Charter Interference

Legacy Motor Club is embroiled in a complex legal battle over NASCAR charter agreements, suing Rick Ware Racing (RWR) for allegedly breaching a contract to sell a 2026 charter, while RWR countersues, claiming Legacy is pursuing a different charter than originally agreed. The dispute intensified when T.J. Puchyr, a consultant formerly engaged by Legacy, reportedly struck a deal to acquire all of RWR, prompting Legacy to file a lawsuit accusing him of tortious interference, unfair and deceptive trade practices, and misuse of insider knowledge to undermine their charter purchase. Legacy contends that Puchyr, who helped broker the initial deal and had access to confidential information under an Independent Contractor Agreement, violated his obligations by attempting to buy RWR and the charters himself. The legal proceedings include a warning from Judge Daniel A. Kuehnert to RWR against unauthorized charter sales, emphasizing potential serious consequences. This case is part of at least five ongoing NASCAR charter-related lawsuits, with Legacy involved in three, reflecting significant tensions within the sport's franchise system. The dispute also involves personal attacks by Puchyr against Legacy owner Jimmie Johnson, further complicating the matter.