NASCAR is set to make its historic debut in San Diego with a three‑race weekend that culminates in the Anduril 250 on Sunday.
A Weekend of Firsts
Denny Hamlin arrives on the back of three straight victories, the latest coming at Pocono Raceway, giving him a rare momentum heading into the street circuit.
The temporary 16‑turn layout winds through Naval Base Coronado, a venue that blends high‑speed straights with tight, technical sections, promising a challenge that could equalize the field.
Among the drivers, Shane Van Gisbergen stands out with a dominant record on road courses — seven wins and an average finish of 1.75 — putting him in the conversation for a perfect streak of road‑course victories.
Seven‑time champion Jimmie Johnson will also be on the grid, racing in his hometown event and adding a sentimental layer to the weekend’s narrative.
Trackhouse Racing will field Kevin Magnussen in the No. 91 Chevrolet, while 23XI Racing will run Corey Heim in the No. 67 Toyota, rounding out a diverse driver lineup.
Fans can catch the action on Friday at 5 p.m. ET for opening practice and again on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. ET for Busch Light Pole Qualifying, setting the stage for a high‑stakes Sunday race.