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The latest NASCAR road‑course weekend at Naval Base Coronado saw strong performances from Wallace, Heim and a surge from Chastain and Suárez, while the points battle tightens ahead of Sonoma.
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The latest NASCAR road‑course weekend at Naval Base Coronado saw strong performances from Wallace, Heim and a surge from Chastain and Suárez, while the points battle tightens ahead of Sonoma.

The upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350 will feature a full roster of 36 Cup Series drivers, highlighted by stars such as Kyle Larson and Austin Hill, who will contest both the Cup and Xfinity events. With no part‑time entries and a strong contingent of top teams, the race promises intense competition following a recent 39‑car showing at Naval Base Coronado.

NASCAR’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway will feature a full complement of 36 drivers, with Austin Hill contesting both the Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and a host of team changes heading into the weekend.

Early forecasts suggest several drivers will advance from the opening round at Sonoma, shaping the bracket for the $1 million prize.

The second edition of the NASCAR In-Season Challenge features a tournament-style format during TNT Sports' summer slate, with the final two competitors meeting at the Brickyard 400 for a $1 million prize.

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.

The second edition of the NASCAR In‑Season Challenge features weekly matchups, a $1 million final at the Brickyard 400 on July 26, and a bracket that could reshape drivers’ strategies.

Corey Heim led from start to finish in San Diego, while Bubba Wallace and Kyle Larson followed in second and third, as the series heads toward a pivotal stretch before The Chase.

The inaugural Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado featured a chaotic multi‑car incident that reshaped the playoff picture, highlighted by Bubba Wallace’s breakthrough finish and Art Clever’s emotional homecoming.

The stage is set for a historic weekend at Naval Base Coronado, where NASCAR will unleash a temporary 3.4‑mile road circuit that weaves through 16 turns of mixed surface and tight confines. Drivers voice concerns, practice reveals surprises, and the championship stakes loom large.
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.

Shane van Gisbergen claimed pole position with a 2:14.788 lap, while Carson Hocevar will start second alongside him. The new San Diego Bay circuit, featuring 16 turns and an expected low‑grip surface, promises a unique test for the series.
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.

Shane van Gisbergen claimed the pole after a 2:14.788 lap, setting the stage for a debut race that merges NASCAR’s intensity with a unique naval base setting.

Shane van Gisbergen secured the pole position for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Naval Base Coronado, setting the stage for a unique street‑circuit showdown.

The Anduril 250 race at San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado will be televised on Prime at 4 p.m. on June 21, showcasing Shane van Gisbergen’s dominant qualifying performance and a field that includes both seasoned veterans and road‑course specialists.

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.

Shane van Gisbergen secured the pole position for Sunday’s NASCAR race at Naval Base Coronado, with Connor Zilisch joining him on the front row amid a challenging street circuit that tested the entire field.

Shane van Gisbergen claimed his sixth career pole and second of the 2026 season at Naval Base Coronado, brushing the wall twice yet still outpacing his rivals.

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.

The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series event at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego will feature a $11.85 million purse, three stages, and a televised broadcast on June 21, 2026. Qualifying results determine the starting grid, with Shane van Gisbergen on pole, while Tyler Reddick leads the championship.

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.

The Cup Series will hold its qualifying session for the Anduril 250 at 2:30 p.m. ET, with the starting lineup for the San Diego Street Course race to be set based on the results.
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.