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Kyle Larson Graces Cover of NASCAR 26 as San Diego Race Weekend Nears Launch

NASCAR announced Kyle Larson as the cover driver for its upcoming NASCAR 26 title, unveiled on the deck of the USS Midway in San Diego. The game, set for a September 2026 release, will feature the Qualcomm Circuit at Naval Base Coronado and promises a challenging street‑race weekend that could reshape the series’ cultural footprint.

Jun 19, 2026

NASCAR’s Historic Street Race at San Diego’s Naval Base

The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series event at El Coronado Naval Base will feature a uniquely long street track, pitting elite road‑racers such as Shane Van Gisbergen, Tyler Reddick, Ty Gibbs, Michael McDowell and John Hunter Nemechek against one another in a celebration of naval history.

Jun 19, 2026

NASCAR Drivers Tackle New Naval Base Coronado Track with Simulators and Virtual Prep

NASCAR is turning to an unexpected training ground as it prepares for a debut race on the temporary circuit laid out at Naval Base Coronado. Drivers are spending hours in front of large screens, navigating virtual replicas of the course before they ever feel the asphalt under their tires. Denny Hamlin, a veteran of the sport, has made simulator work a cornerstone of his weekend routine, while Bubba Wallace typically allocates between half an hour and an hour to the same purpose. Anthony Alfredo, who is not a full‑time NASCAR competitor, relies on iRacing to study the nuances of the San Diego layout, a track that shares several characteristics with the Chicago Street Course. Both drivers stress the importance of site markers — painted arrows, cones and other reference points — that help them memorize the circuit’s rhythm.

Jun 19, 2026

NASCAR’s First San Diego Street Race Sets Up a Historic Showdown

NASCAR's inaugural street race weekend in San Diego features a 3.4‑mile course on Naval Base Coronado, with the Anduril 250 as the main event. Denny Hamlin arrives on a hot streak, but the challenging course may level the field. Shane van Gisbergen, dominant on road courses, is a key contender. Other notable drivers include Tyler Reddick, Chase Elliott, and Jimmie Johnson, who will race in his hometown. The event includes practice and qualifying sessions leading up to the Sunday race.

Jun 19, 2026

NASCAR’s San Diego Weekend Preview

A detailed look at the practice, qualifying and race schedule for NASCAR’s three national series at Qualcomm Circuit in San Diego from June 19‑21, including broadcast details.

Jun 19, 2026