
Van Gisbergen Secures Pole for Historic NASCAR Debut at Coronado
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.
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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 pole position and set a new lap record at the inaugural NASCAR event in Coronado, yet he expressed dissatisfaction with his performance. With heavy tire wear expected, the race promises unpredictability, especially as notable drivers start from the back.

The 2026 Anduril 250 will debut on a street‑course layout at Naval Base Coronado, with the race available only via Prime Video and Denny Hamlin atop the championship standings.

Shane van Gisbergen secured the pole position for the inaugural NASCAR race at Naval Base Coronado, posting a lap of 2:14.788. While satisfied with the speed, he admitted he left time on the table, as drivers brace for a tire‑degradation‑heavy event.

Shane van Gisbergen will lead the grid for Sunday’s Anduril 250, sharing the front row with local favorite Carson Hocevar, while a host of notable drivers prepare for a landmark event in San Diego.

Shane van Gisbergen claimed the pole position for the first ever NASCAR race on a street circuit near San Diego, posting a 2:14.788 lap. Though he will start first, the driver said his qualifying effort fell short of expectations. With heavy tire wear forecast and several top drivers starting deep in the field, the event promises a chaotic battle that could see van Gisbergen claim his eighth Cup victory on a road or street course.

From Shane van Gisbergen’s pole position to Frankie Muniz’s scooter cameo, the unexpected transportation trend is reshaping how teams navigate the street‑course event at Naval Base Coronado.

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.

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.

Shane van Gisbergen secured the pole with a 2:14.788 lap, setting the stage for a challenging race on a low‑grip, 16‑turn circuit that will test tire management and strategy.

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 qualified first for the inaugural NASCAR race at Naval Base Coronado, posting a 2:14.788 lap that left him dissatisfied despite the record. With tire wear expected to reshape the competition, the field includes several winless drivers and notable starts from Ryan Blaney to Jimmie Johnson.

Shane van Gisbergen will lead the grid for the inaugural NASCAR event at Naval Base Coronado, just outside San Diego, after posting a blistering lap of 2 minutes, 14.788 seconds on the 16‑turn, 3.4‑mile street circuit. The New Zealander’s effort not only secured pole position but also established a new track record, underscoring the challenge of the layout.

Shane van Gisbergen claimed pole position for the inaugural NASCAR race at Naval Base Coronado near San Diego, posting a lap time of 2 minutes and 14.788 seconds. While celebrating the achievement, he expressed dissatisfaction with his performance and outlined his ambition to secure his eighth Cup victory on a road or street course, tying with Chase Elliott among active drivers.

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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 grabs pole for the first ever Cup Series race at Naval Base Coronado, setting the stage for a historic weekend 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.

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.

Shane van Gisbergen claimed pole position with a 2:14.788 lap, heading a mixed grid of veterans and rising talents at the Naval Base Coronado event.