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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.
NASCAR returns to Southern California not on an oval but on the narrow streets of Coronado Island, using the USS Carl Vinson as a dramatic backdrop. The race introduces a rugged street circuit, a novel broadcast setup, and debut performances that signal the series' push to innovate and attract new fans.
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.
Kevin Magnussen, a Danish racing prodigy, is set to make his NASCAR Cup Series debut at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, California, bringing a blend of international experience and family heritage to the sport.
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.
NASCAR returns to Southern California with a street race on Coronado Island, featuring a unique broadcast from the USS Carl Vinson and challenging turns that have drivers like Ryan Blaney and Chris Buescher buzzing.
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, a six‑win‑in‑seven road‑course performer, rejects the community’s prediction of him as the clear favorite for the upcoming Naval Base Coronado event, emphasizing respect for rivals and the inherent uncertainty of NASCAR racing.
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.
Qualifying at San Diego’s Naval Base Coronado saw Shane van Gisbergen take pole, with Kevin Harvick’s podcast backing him as the -145 favorite, while analyst Kaitlyn Vincie and co‑host Mamba Smith weighed in with contrasting picks.
Layne Riggs secured his fourth win of the season and ninth career triumph in the first Navy 250 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race, edging out Tyler Reif on the last lap amid a chaotic finish.
NASCAR is set to make a historic return to Southern California with a street race on Coronado Island, a 16‑turn, 3.4‑mile circuit on a military base. The event will be broadcast live from the USS Carl Vinson, showcase new driver line‑ups, and test the limits of the Next Gen car.
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.
NASCAR returns to Southern California for a street race on Coronado Island near the USS Carl Vinson, introducing a unique layout, new drivers, and broadcast innovations while reshaping future schedule plans.
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.