Jimmie Johnson eyes a lasting NASCAR presence in San Diego
The veteran driver reflects on a challenging weekend, celebrates the Navy collaboration, and looks ahead to a broader, more inclusive future for the sport.
Jun 21, 2026
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Van Gisbergen Secures Pole for Historic NASCAR Debut at Coronado
Shane van Gisbergen claimed the pole after a 2:14.788 lap, setting the stage for a debut race that merges NASCAR’s intensity with a unique naval base setting.
Jun 21, 2026
Sam Mayer’s San Diego NASCAR Crash Sends 20 Cars into Barriers
During a NASCAR O'Reilly Series race in San Diego, Sam Mayer misjudged a turn, clipped the inside wall, and collided with Anthony Alfredo, pushing a concrete barrier six feet and ripping his radiator. Both drivers were injured but remained conscious, prompting a race halt for barrier repairs.
Jun 21, 2026
NASCAR Restores Corey Day to Lead Lap After Radiator Damage at Naval Base Coronado
A loose sewer vent cover damaged Corey Day’s radiator on the opening lap at Naval Base Coronado, prompting NASCAR to let him restart on the lead lap. Drivers and teams reacted with a mix of support and skepticism, while fan engagement surged.
Jun 21, 2026
NASCAR’s Unprecedented Move to Reinstate Corey Day Draws Praise from Team Executives
When a loose sewer vent cover punctured Corey Day’s radiator on the opening lap of the Chicago Street Race, NASCAR let his team work on the car under the red‑flag period, allowing Day to return to the lead lap and finish ninth. The decision sparked a rare show of consensus among team leaders.
Jun 21, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole for NASCAR’s First Coronado Race
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position and set a new lap record at the inaugural NASCAR event in Coronado, yet he expressed dissatisfaction with his performance. With heavy tire wear expected, the race promises unpredictability, especially as notable drivers start from the back.
Jun 21, 2026
Anduril 250 Brings NASCAR Road‑Course Action to San Diego’s Naval Base
NASCAR’s top road‑course drivers will battle on a unique street layout at Naval Base Coronado this Sunday, with practice data hinting at a showdown among the sport’s most versatile racers.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill Takes Victory in Turbulent NASCAR O’Reilly Series Race at Naval Base Coronado
Austin Hill secured his first win of the season at Naval Base Coronado, outpacing Taylor Gray in a dramatic finish that highlighted early race mayhem and marked Richard Childress Racing's first triumph since Kyle Busch's passing.
Jun 21, 2026
Anduril 250 NASCAR Cup Series Race Set for San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado
The 2026 Anduril 250 will debut on a street‑course layout at Naval Base Coronado, with the race available only via Prime Video and Denny Hamlin atop the championship standings.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill Takes Checkered Flag in Turbulent O’Reilly Series Road Course Debut
Austin Hill outlasted Taylor Gray in a rain‑shortened, caution‑riddled race at Coronado, securing his maiden road‑course win and giving Richard Childress Racing its first triumph since the late Kyle Busch.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill Claims First Road Course Victory for RCR in Emotional Naval Base Coronado Race
Austin Hill's first road‑course win at Naval Base Coronado ends a decade‑long drought for Richard Childress Racing, dedicating the triumph to Kyle Busch and his legacy.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill Secures First Road‑Course Victory at San Diego Street Course
The inaugural O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Naval Base Coronado delivered drama, cautions and a manhole cover mishap, culminating in Austin Hill’s maiden road‑course triumph dedicated to the late Kyle Busch.
Jun 21, 2026
A Fan’s Unexpected Visit Shakes Up NASCAR Race at Naval Base Coronado
During a red‑flag pause at San Diego's Naval Base Coronado, a spectator climbed the fence to chat with driver Sheldon Creed, adding an unexpected twist to the United Rentals Driven to Serve 250.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill Secures First Road‑Course Victory in O’Reilly Auto Parts Series
Austin Hill’s triumph at Naval Base Coronado not only earned his maiden road‑course win but also paid tribute to the late Kyle Busch, a moment that resonated throughout the series.
Jun 21, 2026
NASCAR Chaos at Coronado: 25‑Car Crash Halts O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Race
A 25‑car pile‑up at Naval Base Coronado brought the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series event to a standstill, injured Anthony Alfredo, and forced a 40‑minute repair delay before the race resumed and Austin Hill took the checkered flag.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill clinches NASCAR O’Reilly Series victory in San Diego showdown
The NASCAR O’Reilly Series event at Naval Base Coronado delivered high‑octane competition, dramatic incidents and a championship‑shaping finish.
Jun 21, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole for Historic NASCAR Debut at Coronado
Shane van Gisbergen secured the pole position for the inaugural NASCAR race at Naval Base Coronado, posting a lap of 2:14.788. While satisfied with the speed, he admitted he left time on the table, as drivers brace for a tire‑degradation‑heavy event.
Jun 21, 2026
NASCAR Makes History with First Race on Active Military Base
NASCAR’s debut weekend at Naval Base Coronado attracted fans from across the country, featuring veteran drivers, local enthusiasts and a tribute to service members.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill clinches dramatic O’Reilly 500 at San Diego in last‑lap pass
Austin Hill won the NASCAR O'Reilly San Diego race after a dramatic last‑lap pass, overcoming multiple incidents, a red‑flag delay and a tribute to Kyle Busch.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill Takes O’Reilly Series Victory in Thrilling Coronado Finish
Austin Hill won the NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Naval Base Coronado after a dramatic final‑lap overtake of Taylor Gray, delivering Richard Childress Racing its first win since Kyle Busch's passing.
Jun 21, 2026
NASCAR Tire Marbles Turn Naval Air Station North Island into a Grip Test
NASCAR’s newest concrete stretch at North Island is generating tire marbles that reshape grip, strategy and racing lines, prompting drivers like Chase Briscoe and Ross Chastain to adapt on the fly.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill snatches dramatic O’Reilly 500 win in San Diego
Austin Hill overtook Carson Kvapil on the final lap to claim his 16th NASCAR O'Reilly victory, while a cascade of cautions, a fan incursion and a massive 20‑car pileup defined the chaotic race.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill Takes Dramatic O’Reilly 400 Victory in San Diego
Austin Hill won the NASCAR O'Reilly San Diego race with a last‑lap maneuver, securing his 16th career win while paying tribute to the late Kyle Busch. The event was marked by a red‑flag start, multiple spins, and a fan’s track invasion.
Jun 21, 2026
A Fan’s Bold Fist‑Bump at San Diego NASCAR Race Sparks Security Review
During a NASCAR event at the San Diego circuit, a spectator breached fencing, approached driver Sheldon Creed, exchanged a brief fist‑bump, and was taken into custody by federal agents. The episode follows a series of similar breaches in recent years.
Jun 21, 2026