
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Pole for NASCAR Cup Series Debut at Naval Base Coronado
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.
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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.

The 2026 Andruil 250 will mark the first Cup Series race in San Diego, featuring a unique group‑based qualifying format that will set the starting grid.
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.

Analyst Robert Criscola breaks down the odds for the debut Anduril 250, highlighting Ty Gibbs as a value pick to win, Michael McDowell’s Top 5 prospects and Kyle Larson’s edge over Connor Zilisch, while previewing the track’s demands and ideal weather conditions.

Qualifying for the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series returns to San Diego this weekend, featuring a star‑studded field and live coverage on Prime Video and radio networks.

NASCAR will race on Naval Base Coronado, a historic first on an active military base, featuring a 3.4‑mile circuit that challenges drivers and attracts 40,000 spectators.

With Shane van Gisbergen’s dominant road‑course record and Kyle Larson topping practice, the temporary circuit at Coronado promises a high‑stakes showdown.

Practice sessions at Naval Base Coronado revealed startling lap times, tire woes and injury concerns, setting the stage for a potentially chaotic Cup Series race.

A high‑speed shakedown on Naval Base Coronado saw Kyle Larson set the fastest lap, with a full field of 39 drivers turning early laps that promise a competitive showdown.

With Shane van Gisbergen listed as the -165 favorite and a head‑to‑head matchup between Chase Briscoe and Christ Buescher drawing -118 odds, veteran predictors Phil Bobbitt and Steve Greco explain why Briscoe’s consistency makes him the smart play.

The NASCAR San Diego Weekend at Naval Base Coronado will blend high‑octane racing with a tribute to the U.S. Navy, featuring a unique road course and a roster of top drivers.

NASCAR will stage a landmark street race on a temporary course at Naval Base Coronado, blending tight turns, a bumpy surface and military surroundings as the series celebrates the United States' 250th anniversary.

The annual Cook Out Catwalk for Causes will take place on October 6 at Ten Tenths Motor Club, bringing together racing and football personalities to support children’s charities in the Carolinas.

NASCAR’s upcoming West Coast weekend at Naval Base Coronado features a brand-new 3.4-mile circuit, a full schedule of practices and races, and broadcast coverage across multiple networks, while Tyler Reddick leads the Cup point standings.

Three‑time winner Denny Hamlin heads into the inaugural Anduril 250, while Shane van Gisbergen and Ty Gibbs emerge as top contenders on the San Diego street circuit.

NASCAR announced the qualifying order for its inaugural race weekend at Naval Base Coronado, featuring a mix of veteran champions and newcomers, including Kevin Magnussen and Jimmie Johnson.

NASCAR will stage a rare triple‑header at the Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, featuring the Cup, O’Reilly and Truck Series. Qualifying results see Magnussen, Johnson, Pardus and Perez leading their divisions.

Ross Chastain shares how his uncle’s farming principles shape his punctuality, his irritation with track restrictions, and the family farm that inspired his watermelon‑smashing ritual.

Denny Hamlin’s third straight Pocono victory reshapes the points battle, while a Juneteenth paint scheme, a fiery wreck and a burger‑filled funeral add color to the sport’s recent narrative.

NASCAR will host its inaugural event on an active U.S. military base in San Diego, where Ford Racing aims for its 750th Cup Series win amid a 3.5‑mile course featuring live railroad tracks. Drivers such as Ryan Blaney, Joey Logano and Layne Riggs are poised to shape the weekend.

The 2024 NASCAR season hits its halfway point with a first‑ever race on a military base in San Diego, showcasing all three series and a packed schedule through November.

The death of Kyle Busch from sepsis has left the NASCAR community grieving, even as the series prepares to make history with its inaugural race on a U.S. Navy installation, celebrating the branch’s 250th anniversary.

The second edition of NASCAR's In‑Season Challenge begins in two weeks at Sonoma Raceway, where the bracket will be set by the latest Cup Series standings after Pocono.

The sport mourns the recent death of 63‑time Cup champion Kyle Busch as it prepares for a landmark race at Naval Base Coronado, celebrating the U.S. Navy’s 250th birthday and showcasing a new circuit.