Shane van Gisbergen claims pole for historic NASCAR debut at Naval Base Coronado
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.
Jun 20, 2026
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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
NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying Sets Grid for San Diego Coronado Race
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.
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
NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying Set for Anduril 250 at San Diego Street Course
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.
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
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.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR Brings Cup Series to San Diego in 2026
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.
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
Criscola’s Betting Playbook for the Inaugural Anduril 250 at San Diego’s Street Circuit
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.
Jun 20, 2026
San Diego Hosts 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying
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.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR Drivers Face Tire Marbling Challenges at Naval Air Station Practice
Drivers grapple with marbled surfaces and swift tire degradation, setting the stage for a strategically complex race.
Jun 20, 2026
Anduril 250 Set for Historic Debut at Naval Base Coronado
The 2026 Cup Series will feature the Anduril 250 on June 21 at Coronado, with Kyle Larson topping practice, Chris Buescher extending his contract, and Tyler Reddick leading the points battle.
Jun 20, 2026
Elliott and Blaney’s Scooter Stunt Lights Up San Diego
Chase Elliott and Ryan Blaney’s scooter ride at San Diego’s Naval Air Station sparked a ‘Dumb and Dumber’ joke, highlighting the lighter side of NASCAR’s playoff chase.
Jun 20, 2026
NASCAR’s Coronado Challenge: Practice Highlights and Rising Concerns
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.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Drivers Test New 3.4‑Mile Coronado Track
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.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR’s New Street Course in San Diego: A Fantasy Player’s Guide
Denny Hamlin's latest Pocono victory sets the stage for NASCAR's debut street circuit at Naval Base Coronado. The author breaks down the track's design, statistical trends from road courses, and the fantasy deadlines that could shape your lineup.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR and Anduril Join Forces for a Cinematic Racing‑Military Event in San Diego
NASCAR is spotlighting the Anduril 250 Race the Base in San Diego through a short film on Amazon Prime, featuring six drivers, a Navy partnership and a host of sponsors.
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 26 Set for September 2026 Launch with Kyle Larson on Cover
The upcoming NASCAR 26 title will arrive in September 2026 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, featuring Kyle Larson on the cover and a curated soundtrack.
Jun 19, 2026
Shane Van Gisbergen Leads 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Anduril 250 Predictions
Pearce Dietrich’s rankings highlight Shane Van Gisbergen as the top contender for the first NASCAR race on a brand‑new road course, while a mix of seasoned road‑course specialists and newcomers shape the competitive landscape.
Jun 19, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Naval Base Coronado for Historic Street Race Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday
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.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR Brings Triple-Header to San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado
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.
Jun 18, 2026
NASCAR’s San Diego Street Race: A Technical Challenge for Drivers and Teams
NASCAR’s debut San Diego street race promises a technically demanding tripleheader that will test drivers, teams and tyres like never before.
Jun 18, 2026