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NASCAR's Cup Series will race a 3.4-mile, 16-turn temporary street course through Naval Base Coronado in San Diego for the Anduril 250, a first-of-its-kind venue where drivers rely on simulators but won’t know exact wall placements until practice, making setup and car control crucial as Shane van Gisbergen seeks another road-course win on a very bumpy, unpredictable course.
Shane van Gisbergen is the clear fantasy favorite for Watkins Glen after leading practice speeds and boasting elite road-course metrics, with Christopher Bell a strong challenger and rookie Connor Zilisch showing notable pace. The piece lists starting positions (SVG 1st, Bell 8th, Zilisch 5th) and projected finish ranges (1-6 for all three), and highlights practice notes and speed data from the Watkins Glen session to guide lineup decisions.
The upcoming NASCAR Cup Series race at Watkins Glen features a mix of good and bad news for drivers and teams, with Shane van Gisbergen aiming for his fourth consecutive road course win, while teams like Hendrick Motorsports and RFK Racing have notable strengths and weaknesses. Multiple drivers will compete in double duty, and the race marks a significant milestone for Joey Logano with his 600th consecutive start.