
Shane van Gisbergen eyes Anduril 250 victory as NASCAR rolls into San Diego
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.
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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 will debut on a 19‑turn, 3.4‑mile street circuit in San Diego, with drivers’ road‑course histories shaping expectations for the three‑stage race.

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.

From simulator sessions to on‑site simulations, NASCAR’s newest track blends rough concrete, a chicane and the sight of a nuclear carrier, reshaping how drivers approach road racing.

A deep dive into the drivers who have dominated NASCAR's road courses, highlighting their historic achievements and future ambitions.

Analyst Pearce Dietrich breaks down the odds and contenders for the inaugural Anduril 250 on the Naval Base Coronado street circuit, highlighting Shane Van Gisbergen's dominance and the emerging threats from Ross Chastain and Corey Heim.

Kevin Magnussen, a veteran of Formula 1, WEC, IMSA and IndyCar, is set to make his NASCAR Cup Series debut this Sunday at Naval Base Coronado, driving the No. 91 Qualcomm Chevrolet for Trackhouse Racing.

Kevin Magnussen, a decorated endurance and Formula 1 veteran, is set to make his NASCAR Cup Series debut this weekend at Naval Base Coronado, bringing a decade of motorsport experience to a new challenge.

This weekend, NASCAR’s three national touring series will converge at the 3.4‑mile Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, California, featuring a stacked lineup of drivers, odds and broadcast details.

Trackhouse Racing will field a diverse lineup of drivers, including Shane van Gisbergen and Kevin Magnussen, for NASCAR’s inaugural street race in San Diego, featuring a pre‑race ceremony by Kubota and an autograph session.

The inaugural Anduril 250 will bring NASCAR to the Coronado Street Course, a 3.4‑mile, 16‑turn layout on Coronado Island. With Hamlin chasing a fourth straight win and Reddick leading the points, the race promises a fresh playoff narrative.

With the 2026 Anduril 250 looming, analysts weigh the contenders, the longshots and the algorithm that’s already nailed dozens of winners.

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 Danish driver will pilot the No. 91 entry on a newly introduced San Diego road course, marking the first NASCAR race on that layout and aiming to revive his competitive career.

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.

A weekend at Pocono Raceway saw unexpected top‑10 finishes from Ross Chastain, Anthony Alfredo and Jason Kitzmiller, highlighting the rising competitiveness of Trackhouse Racing, Viking Motorsports and CR7 Motorsports.
Denny Hamlin's unprecedented three‑race winning streak and pole positions highlight a historic NASCAR run, while Toyota’s strong showing and upcoming road‑course events set the stage for a competitive finish.

NASCAR introduced a five‑week, single‑elimination bracket in 2025 that rewards the champion with $1 million, while the 2026 edition expands to new venues and seeds teams by current standings.

The 2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge will feature head-to-head races across five venues, culminating in a $1 million award for the champion.

NASCAR will host a three‑race weekend in Coronado featuring the Navy 250, United Rentals Driven To Serve 250 and the Anduril 250, highlighting manufacturer line‑ups, points leaders and a slate of veteran drivers.

The upcoming Anduril 250 race at Naval Base Coronado will feature a 39‑driver field, highlighted by notable entries and a potential replacement for Christopher Bell due to injury.

From seasoned road‑course legends to rookie sensations, the upcoming Anduril 250 promises a deep field of competitors vying for the trophy in Coronado.
NASCAR’s second annual In-Season Challenge will unfold from June 28 through July 26, pitting the 32 drivers who sit highest in the Cup Series standings against one another in a knockout format. The tournament is structured around five distinct venues, each chosen to test different skill sets, from high‑speed ovals to technical road courses. The prize on offer is substantial: the champion of the bracket will walk away with a $1 million payout, a figure that underscores the series’ intent to blend competition with a tangible financial incentive for drivers and teams. Among the storylines generating the most buzz is the early‑round clash between veteran Denny Hamlin and up‑and‑coming Ty Dillon. Hamlin entered the event on a three‑race winning streak, yet last year’s edition saw Dillon pull off an upset that sent Hamlin home earlier than expected, a result that adds a layer of intrigue to their upcoming encounter. The schedule’s diversity is another focal point. Competitors will travel from the historic banks of Indianapolis to the scenic turns of Sonoma, from the thunderous roar of Chicagoland to the tight, tactical layout of North Wilkesboro, and finally to the iconic Brickyard for the championship race, where the final showdown will decide the million‑dollar winner.