NASCAR In-Season Challenge 2026: Predicted Advances Set the Stage for Million-Dollar Showdown
Early forecasts suggest several drivers will advance from the opening round at Sonoma, shaping the bracket for the $1 million prize.
Jun 22, 2026
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Heim Takes First Cup Win as Hamlin Closes Gap Ahead of Sonoma
Corey Heim captured his maiden NASCAR Cup Series victory at the San Diego street circuit, overtaking teammate Tyler Reddick after a flat tire. The result tightens the standings and sets the stage for the upcoming Sonoma race.
Jun 22, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole for Anduril 250 NASCAR Race in Coronado
Shane van Gisbergen secured the pole with a 2:14.788 lap, edging out Carson Hocevar by 0.15 seconds, while Chase Elliott and Christopher Bell struggled in qualifying and the race will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max, and NASCAR.com.
Jun 21, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Coronado’s Naval Base for the Anduril 250
NASCAR’s Cup Series will race on the Naval Base Coronado street course in San Diego on June 21, featuring Shane van Gisbergen on pole, a challenging layout and multiple streaming options.
Jun 21, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole for Historic NASCAR Debut in San Diego
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position for the first NASCAR Cup Series race on the Naval Base Coronado Street Course, delivering a 90.809 mph lap on the 3.4‑mile, 16‑turn layout.
Jun 20, 2026
Van Gisbergen Claims Pole for Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position with a 134.788‑second lap, edging out Carson Hocevar while Chevrolet and Ford led the qualifying order. The race will test tire wear and strategic nuance on a narrow, fast‑wearing street circuit.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole at NASCAR Cup Event in San Diego
Shane van Gisbergen secured his sixth career pole position with a 2:14.788 lap, praising his Red Bull Chevrolet and the Trackhouse Racing team. The starting lineup features notable performances from Ryan Blaney, Tyler Reddick and others, while Christopher Bell’s injury adds uncertainty.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen grabs pole for NASCAR’s historic debut at Naval Base Coronado
Shane van Gisbergen secured the pole position with an average speed of 90.809 mph for the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at Naval Base Coronado, setting the stage for a weekend that blends historic venue legacy with a fresh chapter in the sport.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR Announces Historic Road Course Qualifying Format for Inaugural San Diego Cup Race
NASCAR will debut a standard road‑course qualifying format for its first Cup Series race at the Qualcomm Circuit in San Diego, California, broadcasting live on Amazon Prime Video.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole for Anduril 250 at Coronado Street Course
Shane van Gisbergen secured pole position with a lap of 2:14.788, edging out Carson Hocevar by 0.15 seconds. The race, set for June 21 on the Naval Base Coronado street circuit, will be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video with additional coverage on HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR’s Anduril 250 Qualifying Set for June 20 at Naval Base Coronado
Drivers took to the 3.4‑mile temporary circuit on June 19, with Larson leading the way ahead of a two‑group qualifying format that will determine the race grid. The event will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video, with additional streaming on NASCAR.com and SiriusXM.
Jun 20, 2026
Anduril 250 NASCAR Race Set for San Diego Finale on Amazon Prime Video
The final race of the Anduril 250 series will take place at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, using NASCAR's standard road course qualifying format and streaming live on Amazon Prime Video.
Jun 20, 2026
Layne Riggs clinches overtime victory at Naval Base Coronado
Riggs saved fuel to win an overtime finish at Naval Base Coronado, edging out Tyler Reif in a race marked by multiple wrecks and a strategic battle for position.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR Truck Series Opens at Naval Air Station North Island
The 2026 Craftsman Truck Series made its debut at Coronado’s Naval Air Station, featuring dramatic practice incidents, a flyover of Navy Ospreys, and a win by Front Row Motorsports driver Layne Riggs.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Eyes Victory in Inaugural NASCAR San Diego Road Race
Shane van Gisbergen enters the first NASCAR road race in San Diego as a heavy favorite, backed by a strong road‑course record and a rookie teammate facing early challenges.
Jun 20, 2026
Honeycutt Takes Pole as Truck Series Heads to Coronado
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.
Jun 19, 2026
Ross Chastain Secures First NASCAR Victory in Heartfelt Tribute to Kyle Busch
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.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR’s Toughest Road‑Course Showdown at Naval Base Coronado: Picks, Matchups and the 36‑for‑36 Favorite
With a lineup packed with road‑course specialists, the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Naval Base Coronado promises a battle of skill and strategy. Here’s who’s hot, who’s not, and the sleeper candidates to watch.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Revives West Coast With Road‑Course Debut at Naval Base Coronado
NASCAR will stage its first ever race on a 3.4‑mile road course at Naval Base Coronado, featuring a star‑studded Truck Series field and the return of veteran driver Jimmie Johnson.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR’s First Southern California Street Race Sets Historic Stage
The upcoming San Diego Street Course event will feature a blend of series, top drivers and rare appearances, marking a new chapter for NASCAR in the region.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR’s San Diego Street Spectacle: Van Gisbergen, Hamlin, and Magnussen Set for a Historic Weekend
NASCAR returns to Southern California this weekend with a brand‑new street circuit, featuring favorite Shane van Gisbergen, veteran Denny Hamlin’s championship chase, and Kevin Magnussen’s NASCAR debut.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR’s San Diego Street‑Course Showdown
The weekend’s schedule, broadcast details, and entry list set the stage for a pivotal race that blends tradition with urban excitement.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR’s First San Diego Weekend Sparks Driver Shuffle and New Venue Excitement
The inaugural NASCAR weekend in San Diego features a major driver shake‑up, a temporary street‑course layout at Naval Base Coronado, and the debut of new teams and venues that promise fresh competition.
Jun 18, 2026
Hocevar sidelined for San Diego Truck race as Marks steps in
Carson Hocevar’s third full‑time season in the Cup Series has been interrupted by a rule that bars him from the upcoming Qualcomm Circuit event, prompting veteran Justin Marks to take his place.
Jun 18, 2026