NASCAR’s First San Diego Street‑Course Event
The sport will touch down in Southern California for the first time ever, staging a street‑course weekend at Naval Base Coronado that celebrates the United States Navy’s 250th anniversary. The temporary 3.4‑mile circuit, packed with 16 turns, will wind through the naval air station’s runways and taxiways, offering a unique urban backdrop that blends military tradition with auto racing.
All Three National Series on the Card
Fans can expect competition across the NASCAR Cup Series, the Xfinity Series (O’Reilly Auto Parts Series) and the Camping World Truck Series. The weekend will feature practice sessions, qualifying rounds and two races that together showcase the full breadth of NASCAR’s national championship structure in a single location.
Key Contenders and Their Stories
Sheldon Creed, currently fourth in the Xfinity standings, is slated to make his fourth street‑course start in the O’Reilly Series this Saturday. Sam Mayer, fresh off back‑to‑back top‑five finishes at Nashville and Pocono, will also tackle his fourth consecutive street‑course event, while Cole Custer brings a modest street‑course pedigree after a 33rd‑place finish at the Chicago Street Course last year.
Custer’s participation is underscored by a special naval connection: he will be paired with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Four (HSC‑4) during the weekend, linking his racing effort to the Navy’s celebratory theme.
Haas Factory Team’s Momentum
The Haas Factory Team enjoyed a strong showing at Pocono, capturing two top‑five finishes in the O’Reilly Series race on Saturday. Building on that momentum, the team is now preparing for the San Diego weekend, where Custer aims to improve on his rear‑field start and climb into the top ten, having previously surged to 12th after starting at the back of the field.
Beyond the Track: Community and Heritage
The event is more than a racing spectacle; it is part of a broader celebration that includes outreach activities, veteran honoring ceremonies and collaborations with organizations such as the Boulder Crest Foundation and Audibel, highlighting the intersection of sport, charity and military appreciation.
With the eyes of the racing world on Southern California, the San Diego street‑course weekend promises to rewrite the narrative of NASCAR’s calendar, delivering a first‑ever experience that blends speed, strategy and service.