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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NASCAR Cup Race at Naval Base Coronado Delivers Drama and Surprises
The street‑style event at Naval Base Coronado saw a rookie take his first win, a dramatic comeback, and off‑track incidents that kept the action unpredictable.
Jun 22, 2026
Heim’s Debut Victory electrifies San Diego NASCAR Cup
Corey Heim captured his first NASCAR Cup Series win at the streets of San Diego, while Bubba Wallace rallied from two laps down to finish second, reshaping the championship picture.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR In-Season Challenge Returns with Bracket Format and $1 Million Finale
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.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR In‑Season Challenge Returns with Bracket‑Style Showdown
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.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR Playoff Push Intensifies Ahead of Sonoma Showdown
Nine races remain in the NASCAR Cup Series regular season, and the battle for the final Chase spots is heating up, highlighted by Joey Logano’s 10‑point deficit, Shane Van Gisbergen’s narrow gap behind Ryan Preece, and the upcoming In‑Season Challenge at Sonoma.
Jun 22, 2026
Corey Heim Claims Victory in Anduril 250 at San Diego Street Course
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.
Jun 22, 2026
NASCAR’s Anduril 250 Delivers Drama and Surprises at Naval Base Coronado
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.
Jun 22, 2026
Corey Heim Scores Unexpected Win at the San Diego Street Course
Corey Heim captured his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at San Diego after a late‑race crash reshuffled the running order, dropping Tyler Reddick to 25th and trimming Denny Hamlin's points lead.
Jun 22, 2026
Corey Heim Scores First NASCAR Cup Victory at Naval Base Coronado
Corey Heim scores his first Cup win at San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado in a caution‑riddled Anduril 250, ending Denny Hamlin’s streak and highlighting Toyota’s four‑race streak.
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
Van Gisbergen Takes Pole for Inaugural NASCAR Cup Race on San Diego Bay
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.
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
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.
Jun 21, 2026
Scooters Take Over NASCAR’s San Diego Military Base Race
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.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Claims Pole for Anduril 250 at San Diego Street Course
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.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Pole for Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado
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.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Takes Pole for NASCAR’s San Diego Street Course Showdown
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.
Jun 20, 2026
Shane van Gisbergen Secures Pole at Naval Base Coronado
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.
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
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