
NASCAR Penalizes Jesse Love, Forces Rear‑Start at Sonoma
Jesse Love drops to the back of the grid and must navigate an in‑race pass‑through at Sonoma, reshaping his championship push.
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Jesse Love drops to the back of the grid and must navigate an in‑race pass‑through at Sonoma, reshaping his championship push.

NASCAR is set to take over a corner of Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, turning a normally restricted military installation into a temporary street circuit that will be open to the public for a single weekend.

After five seasons that reshaped the program's trajectory, Charity Elliott has resigned as head coach, leaving behind a legacy of record‑breaking wins, academic excellence, and sustained national relevance.

Analyst Robert Criscola breaks down the odds for the debut Anduril 250, highlighting Ty Gibbs as a value pick to win, Michael McDowell’s Top 5 prospects and Kyle Larson’s edge over Connor Zilisch, while previewing the track’s demands and ideal weather conditions.

Darian Hagan meets with new athletic director Fernando Lovo to discuss legacy and calls for a committee to ensure fair recognition of past CU football achievements

As the Cup Series rolls into San Diego, Denny Hamlin's recent dominance is expected to falter on the challenging Coronado Street Course, where Shane Van Gisbergen is the heavy favorite and newcomer Kevin Magnussen makes his debut.

The final race of the Anduril 250 series will take place at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, using NASCAR's standard road course qualifying format and streaming live on Amazon Prime Video.
Shane van Gisbergen opens as the heavy favorite for the first NASCAR race on a street course at the Coronado Naval Base, where no driver has prior experience.

NASCAR’s Truck Series returned to the challenging San Diego Street Course for the Navy 250, where a late‑stage battle saw Layne Riggs take the checkered flag after overtaking Tyler Reif, while the event was defined by extensive carnage and a packed field of competitors.

Christopher Bell is weighing whether he can start Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series event after fracturing his wrist, with young prospect Brent Crews on standby.

Parker Kligerman accused rookie Adam Andretti of reckless driving during a NASCAR Truck race in San Diego, criticizing the younger driver for tarnishing the Andretti legacy while both struggled to finish in the top‑20.

Riggs saved fuel to win an overtime finish at Naval Base Coronado, edging out Tyler Reif in a race marked by multiple wrecks and a strategic battle for position.

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.
The June 19 Navy 250 delivered a dramatic overtime finish, with Layne Riggs edging past Tyler Reif on the final lap while veterans Jimmie Johnson and Jamie McMurray faced setbacks.

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.

Danish racer Kevin Magnussen is set to make his NASCAR debut in the Trackhouse Racing No. 91 Chevrolet, drawing on a diverse motorsport background and the legacy of his father’s early stock‑car experience.

NASCAR staged its inaugural race on a course built within an active U.S. Navy installation, turning Naval Base Coronado’s roadways into a 3.4‑mile venue after nearly two years of planning and construction.

Brad Keselowski reflects on his recent submarine visit, family military connections, team struggles, Amazon’s NASCAR coverage, and the sport’s innovative schedule ahead of the inaugural race at Naval Base Coronado.

The inaugural NASCAR street race in San Diego challenges drivers with unprecedented grip variability, demanding precision and calculated aggression.

NASCAR’s first race weekend on an active U.S. military base in San Diego blends high‑speed competition with a celebration of service, featuring veteran RF specialist Joe Lewin and a 3.4‑mile, 16‑turn track.

A 50‑minute practice on a brand‑new street course in San Diego saw Kyle Larson set the fastest lap, while several drivers, including Christopher Bell with a fractured wrist, made their marks.

Practice sessions at Naval Base Coronado revealed startling lap times, tire woes and injury concerns, setting the stage for a potentially chaotic Cup Series race.

A high‑speed shakedown on Naval Base Coronado saw Kyle Larson set the fastest lap, with a full field of 39 drivers turning early laps that promise a competitive showdown.

Lieutenant Commander Jesse Iwuji will compete in the NASCAR San Diego Weekend race aboard Naval Base Coronado on June 20, following his promotion to commander, highlighting a unique career that bridges military service and professional motorsports.