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Robert 'Cheddar' Smith

Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Robert 'Cheddar' Smith across Nascar.

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Spire Motorsports sues Joe Gibbs Racing over breach of implied contract and non‑compete dispute

Spire Motorsports alleges that Joe Gibbs Racing breached an implied trade contract by hiring Robert "Cheddar" Smith under a non‑compete agreement and withholding a $100,000 payment, while JGR seeks dismissal of Spire’s and Gabehart’s countersuits amid claims of retaliation and selective enforcement.

Aug 1, 2026

Joe Gibbs Racing drops key allegation as legal battle with Spire Motorsports escalates

Joe Gibbs Racing acknowledged insufficient evidence for its accusation that Chris Gabehart led Spire’s competition strategy, while Gabehart and Spire pursue separate lawsuits over contracts, wages and alleged bad‑faith conduct.

Jul 30, 2026