
NASCAR’s San Diego Debut Draws Massive Crowd Amid Glitches
The inaugural race at Naval Base Coronado attracted a record crowd, revealed logistical challenges, and sparked plans for future editions.
Jun 24, 2026
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The inaugural race at Naval Base Coronado attracted a record crowd, revealed logistical challenges, and sparked plans for future editions.

NASCAR officials called the first "Race at the Base" a success and expressed interest in bringing the event back in 2027, while acknowledging the logistical hurdles posed by an active military base.