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Post-practice fantasy rankings for the Toyota Save Mart 350 at Sonoma crown Shane van Gisbergen as the top road-course contender, with Kyle Larson and Ty Gibbs also strong bets. The piece uses practice speeds, 5/10/15-lap averages, and starting positions to outline projections, dominator potential, and finish ranges to guide fantasy lineups.
Shane van Gisbergen grabbed the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series pole for the Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado, clocking 90.809 mph on the 3.4-mile, 16-turn street course. The Trackhouse driver will lead the field on the front row with Carson Hocevar, marking his sixth Cup pole and sixth road-course pole as NASCAR ventures onto the base for a historic race, with tire wear and strategy likely to shape Sunday's event.
NASCAR drivers and teams were given their first look at Naval Base Coronado’s Qualcomm Circuit, a 3.4-mile street course with a mix of surfaces and tight turns set against the USS Carl Vinson, as all three national series prepare for on-track action this weekend, with Truck, Xfinity, and Cup Series practice and racing scheduled to begin Friday.
Shane van Gisbergen is the favorite at COTA’s DuraMAX 400 thanks to elite road-course metrics, with polesitter Tyler Reddick and defending COTA winner Christopher Bell also strong; the 95-lap race on the 2.4-mile road course features practice insights, stage breaks at 20 and 45, and heavy braking that will test pace and strategy, including SVG’s solid 2026 road-course form despite starting 13th.
Layne Riggs held off Ty Majeski and Ben Rhodes on the streets of downtown St. Petersburg to win the inaugural NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series street-course race, his sixth career victory, after a late fuel scare and leading a race-high 41 laps.
Shane van Gisbergen won his fourth consecutive NASCAR Cup Series road-course race at Watkins Glen, dominating the event and extending his streak to four wins this season on road courses. Christopher Bell finished second, with Chris Buescher third, as Kyle Larson faced early issues and finished last. The next race is at Richmond Raceway, with the playoffs approaching.
NASCAR's tripleheader race weekend at Watkins Glen International features the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series, with races scheduled from Friday to Sunday, including qualifying, practice, and race results, all accessible through the official links and schedules.
NASCAR's tripleheader race weekend at Watkins Glen features the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series, with races scheduled from Friday to Sunday, including practice, qualifying, and race results, all accessible through dedicated links and broadcasts on various networks.
Shane van Gisbergen won his third consecutive NASCAR Cup Series road course race at Sonoma, tying the season's win record with top drivers like Larson and Hamlin, despite struggling on ovals and being unlikely to make the playoffs. His dominance on road courses highlights his exceptional skill in that discipline, even if his overall season performance remains modest.
The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma features a mix of good and bad news for various teams and drivers, with notable highlights including Shane van Gisbergen's pursuit of a third consecutive road course victory, Tyler Reddick's milestone 200th start, and Kyle Busch's strong performance on road courses. Challenges include recent poor finishes for drivers like Bubba Wallace and William Byron, and teams like Hendrick Motorsports and Trackhouse Racing facing struggles in lap leadership and consistency. The race promises to be competitive with several drivers aiming for crucial points and potential playoff implications.
The 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series is set for a race at Sonoma Raceway with a detailed entry list featuring notable drivers like Shane van Gisbergen and Riley Herbst, highlighting a back-to-back road course event in wine country.
The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series is set for its race at Sonoma Raceway, featuring eight drivers competing in the In-Season Challenge, with notable entries including Shane van Gisbergen aiming for his third road-course win and Katherine Legge returning to the No. 78 Chevrolet.
Shane van Gisbergen, the dominant driver on the Chicago Street Course, is favored to win again after securing pole position, with recent strong performances and momentum. The race features a challenging, slick street circuit with unpredictable weather, making track position crucial. Notable contenders include Michael McDowell, and the race is set for Sunday at 2 p.m. ET, broadcast on TNT Sports/truTV and other platforms.
The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series is debuting at Lime Rock Park, a scenic and challenging 1.478-mile road course in Connecticut, marking its first visit to the track and the first NASCAR national series race there since 1970. The race, scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m. ET, features a unique, short, undulating layout with seven turns, and adds an element of unpredictability to the playoff picture with only four races remaining before the postseason. The event also introduces six drivers making their first Truck Series start, all with notable road-course experience, and highlights the track's revitalization and rich racing history.
The article provides a detailed preview of the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez Viva Mexico 250 NASCAR race, highlighting key drivers like Shane van Gisbergen, Ross Chastain, and Chase Elliott, their recent performances, and potential race outcomes amid weather challenges and high-elevation factors.