
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.
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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.

Chase Elliott and Ryan Blaney’s scooter ride at San Diego’s Naval Air Station sparked a ‘Dumb and Dumber’ joke, highlighting the lighter side of NASCAR’s playoff chase.

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.

NASCAR’s first event at an active military base brings together racing fans, service members, and officials for a historic weekend of competition and collaboration.

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

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.

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.

The first national NASCAR series race on an active military base will showcase a distinguished lineup of service members and community leaders.

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will serve as the honorary starter for the inaugural Cup Series race in San Diego County, a celebration of the Navy’s 250‑year legacy that also spotlights traffic disruptions, security measures and pending Pentagon reports on civilian casualties in Iran.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth will ceremonially start the Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado, marking NASCAR’s inaugural race on a live military installation. Shane van Gisbergen enters as the favorite, while the series prepares for its next California road‑course showdown at Sonoma.

The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race on a 3.4‑mile street circuit in San Diego promises a unique test of skill and strategy, with fantasy favorites emerging.

From June 19 to 21, 2026, the first NASCAR race on an active military base will take place at San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado, honoring the Navy’s 250‑year legacy while engaging fans and service members alike.
Kaden Honeycutt secured pole position for the Navy 250 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Naval Base Coronado, with Jimmie Johnson set to start fourth.

ABB NASCAR Grid Control debuts at the NASCAR San Diego Weekend, offering fans unprecedented access to race control data while powering the event with a temporary microgrid and renewable propane.

Jeremy Clements is set to break the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series start record at the Coronado Street Course, a milestone that underscores his enduring presence in the sport.

Two‑time champion Kyle Larson was announced as the cover driver for NASCAR 26 during a high‑profile event at the USS Midway, where he performed a burnout in his No. 5 Chevrolet. The ceremony kicked off a full NASCAR weekend at Naval Base Coronado and previewed the game’s September launch across multiple platforms.

NASCAR will bring its Truck Series to San Diego for the first time in 2026, using a two‑group, single‑round qualifying system that determines starting positions based on lap time.

Denny Hamlin's latest Pocono victory sets the stage for NASCAR's debut street circuit at Naval Base Coronado. The author breaks down the track's design, statistical trends from road courses, and the fantasy deadlines that could shape your lineup.

Championship leader Layne Riggs prepares for a pivotal showdown at the new Qualcomm Circuit, where Jimmie Johnson and Jamie McMurray make surprising returns.

The Senate recognized Kyle Busch's 234 wins and his impact on the sport, while his family and the NASCAR community mourn and celebrate his memory.

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.

Prime Video will broadcast the Anduril 250 NASCAR race from the deck of the USS Carl Vinson, blending aerial drone and blimp footage with ground‑level storytelling and segments involving Navy SEALs, a submarine crew and celebrity chef David Chang.

NASCAR is spotlighting the Anduril 250 Race the Base in San Diego through a short film on Amazon Prime, featuring six drivers, a Navy partnership and a host of sponsors.

In a rain‑laden weekend at Concord, Ross Chastain captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series win while honoring the late Kyle Busch with a signature bow, a gesture echoed by several drivers throughout the event.