NASCAR Eyes 2027 Return to Coronado Amid Military Partnership Success
NASCAR’s successful debut at Naval Base Coronado sets the stage for a potential 2027 return, blending military precision with racing excitement.
Jun 22, 2026
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NASCAR’s Historic Debut at Naval Base Coronado Draws 125,000 Fans
NASCAR's first race at an active U.S. Navy base attracted a record crowd and introduced the sport to a diverse, first‑time audience.
Jun 22, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole for Anduril 250 NASCAR Race in Coronado
Shane van Gisbergen secured the pole with a 2:14.788 lap, edging out Carson Hocevar by 0.15 seconds, while Chase Elliott and Christopher Bell struggled in qualifying and the race will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max, and NASCAR.com.
Jun 21, 2026
Van Gisbergen Takes Pole for Inaugural NASCAR Cup Race on San Diego Bay
Shane van Gisbergen claimed pole position with a 2:14.788 lap, while Carson Hocevar will start second alongside him. The new San Diego Bay circuit, featuring 16 turns and an expected low‑grip surface, promises a unique test for the series.
Jun 21, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen to Lead Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado
The June 21 Anduril 250 will test drivers on a 3.4‑mile street circuit, with Hamlin chasing a historic streak and the race broadcast across Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
Jun 21, 2026
Austin Hill Takes O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Win at Naval Base Coronado Amid Chaos
Austin Hill secured his second victory of the season at Naval Base Coronado, edging Taylor Gray by 1.127 seconds after a chaotic race filled with mechanical failures and a heartfelt homage to the late Kyle Busch.
Jun 21, 2026
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
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
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
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole for Historic NASCAR Debut in San Diego
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position for the first NASCAR Cup Series race on the Naval Base Coronado Street Course, delivering a 90.809 mph lap on the 3.4‑mile, 16‑turn layout.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen grabs pole for historic NASCAR debut
Shane van Gisbergen will lead the grid for the inaugural NASCAR event at Naval Base Coronado, just outside San Diego, after posting a blistering lap of 2 minutes, 14.788 seconds on the 16‑turn, 3.4‑mile street circuit. The New Zealander’s effort not only secured pole position but also established a new track record, underscoring the challenge of the layout.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR 26 to Launch with Cross‑Platform Multiplayer and New Coronado Circuit
NASCAR 26 introduces cross‑platform racing, a newly recreated circuit at Naval Base Coronado and a cover featuring reigning champion Kyle Larson.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR’s Historic Broadcast from the USS Carl Vinson
The Anduril 250 will be televised from the deck of the USS Carl Vinson, where NASCAR analysts Adam Alexander, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Steve Letarte describe an unprecedented blend of sport, naval history and media innovation.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole for Anduril 250 at Coronado Street Course
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position with a lap of 2:14.788, edging out Carson Hocevar by 0.15 seconds. The race, set for June 21 on the Naval Base Coronado street circuit, will be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video with additional coverage on HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR’s Final Prime Broadcast Takes Place on the USS Carl Vinson
NASCAR will conclude its five‑week Prime partnership with a race aboard the USS Carl Vinson, a historic aircraft carrier anchored at Naval Base Coronado.
Jun 20, 2026
Brent Crews Claims Pole for NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Race at Coronado
Brent Crews secured the pole with a 2:14.294 lap, while Parker Retzlaff and Jesse Love will line up behind him, and the event will be televised on the CW Network with streaming on FUBO and audio on SiriusXM.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR’s Anduril 250 Qualifying Set for June 20 at Naval Base Coronado
Drivers took to the 3.4‑mile temporary circuit on June 19, with Larson leading the way ahead of a two‑group qualifying format that will determine the race grid. The event will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video, with additional streaming on NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR Returns to San Diego with Anduril 250 Qualifying Weekend
The Anduril 250 qualifying session will take place on June 20 at the Naval Base Coronado street course, featuring Kyle Larson’s practice lead and broadcast details on Amazon Prime Video.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR Brings the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series to Coronado’s Naval Base
A June 20 race at Naval Base Coronado will showcase the series on national TV and streaming platforms, with Allgaier aiming to extend his winning streak.
Jun 20, 2026
Anduril 250 Set for Historic Debut at Naval Base Coronado
The 2026 Cup Series will feature the Anduril 250 on June 21 at Coronado, with Kyle Larson topping practice, Chris Buescher extending his contract, and Tyler Reddick leading the points battle.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR Truck Series Opens at Naval Air Station North Island
The 2026 Craftsman Truck Series made its debut at Coronado’s Naval Air Station, featuring dramatic practice incidents, a flyover of Navy Ospreys, and a win by Front Row Motorsports driver Layne Riggs.
Jun 20, 2026
Riggs Takes Navy 250 in Overtime Thriller at San Diego
Layne Riggs overcame fuel shortages and a chaotic late‑race scramble to win the Navy 250, while Jimmie Johnson’s first Truck start in 17 years concluded in a spin‑filled 30th‑place finish.
Jun 20, 2026
Kevin Magnussen Prepares for NASCAR Debut in California
Danish racer Kevin Magnussen is set to make his NASCAR Cup Series debut in the Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado, bringing a decade of Formula 1 experience and a family racing legacy to American stock‑car competition.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR San Diego Weekend Opens with Historic Meet‑and‑Greet at Sharp Coronado Hospital
The inaugural NASCAR San Diego Weekend began on June 19, 2024, at Naval Base Coronado, featuring a high‑profile meet‑and‑greet hosted by Sharp Coronado Hospital and its President Amy Lupo. Sharp HealthCare’s emergency team, led by CEO Chris Howard, will provide on‑site trauma care during the races, marking a milestone in the partnership between motorsports and the U.S. Navy.
Jun 20, 2026