A Historic Chase at Naval Base Coronado
Denny Hamlin is poised to capture his fourth straight NASCAR Cup Series victory at Naval Base Coronado, extending a streak that has placed him among the most dominant drivers of the current era. His recent wins have all come from the pole position, a feat not achieved since Darrell Waltrip’s three‑race run in 1981, and the 64th career triumph at Pocono Raceway vaulted him into ninth on the all‑time Cup victories list.
Since his 700th career start, Hamlin has added eight victories, trailing only Richard Petty for the most wins after that milestone, while leading the series with 824 laps led and 365 fastest laps this season. The performance reflects the synergy between Hamlin, his crew chief, and the strategic strengths of Joe Gibbs Racing, which boasts 16 Cup titles, 82 top‑five finishes and 10 pole awards on road courses.
Road‑Course Mastery and Community Outreach
Christopher Bell, another Gibbs standout, brings a 2.6 average finish across six road‑course events last year and three career road‑course wins to the mix. His car will sport a special paint scheme designed by children from Rady Children’s Hospital, marking the 20‑year anniversary of the program and a $100,000 contribution from CRAFTSMAN to the Ace Hardware Foundation’s support of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
Chase Briscoe has also shown road‑course speed, finishing fourth at Watkins Glen International last month and posting three top‑10 finishes in 2025, while Ty Gibbs has emerged as one of the most consistent qualifiers, starting inside the top ten in his last ten races and maintaining a 9.8 average starting position this season.
Beyond the track, Hamlin will join a fan event in El Cajon alongside his primary sponsor, Bob’s Discount Furniture, further cementing the race’s community focus. The upcoming event promises not only high‑octane competition but also a celebration of the charitable partnerships that have defined the season.