
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.

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.

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

A 50‑minute practice on a brand‑new street course in San Diego saw Kyle Larson set the fastest lap, while several drivers, including Christopher Bell with a fractured wrist, made their marks.

Kyle Larson topped the practice session at Naval Base Coronado with a 2:16.588 lap, while Todd Gilliland and Ty Gibbs trailed. Shane van Gisbergen could only manage eighth, and rookie Kevin Magnussen finished 29th on his NASCAR Cup debut. Christopher Bell raced with a fractured wrist, and 18‑year‑old Brent Crews nearly matched his lap time in relief.

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.

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.

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 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.

A look at the latest roster moves, from Josh Berry’s exit to rising talents stepping into new rides.

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.

Front Row Motorsports is preparing for the inaugural Anduril 250 NASCAR Cup Series race at Naval Base Coronado, marking the first time NASCAR will compete on an active military installation. The event celebrates the 250th birthday of the U.S. Navy and is held on a temporary 16‑turn street circuit constructed from the roads and runways of Naval Air Station North Island.

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

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.
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.

NASCAR’s new bracket competition begins June 28 at Sonoma and will culminate in a $1 million prize at Indianapolis, featuring a slate of seeded matchups across the season

Denny Hamlin captured his 64th career win, while Tyler Reddick’s lead shrank to 19 points, and Legacy Motor Club’s John Hunter Nemechek posted a career‑high fourth place.

The 2026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge will feature a 32‑driver bracket, beginning at Sonoma Raceway and ending at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, with Ty Gibbs defending a $1 million title.

A chaotic nine‑car collision at Pocono Raceway knocked several playoff hopefuls out of contention, altered point balances, and delivered surprising breakthroughs for teams such as Legacy Motor Club.