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PHOTO: James Gilbert/Getty Images. Shane van Gisbergen completed a Sonoma weekend sweep, overcoming an imperfect NASCAR Cup Series car to hold off Chase Briscoe while already turning his focus toward the upcoming oval stretch.

As AJ Allmendinger prepares for his 500th NASCAR Cup Series start at Sonoma Raceway, the Kaulig Racing veteran isn’t focused on the milestone. Instead, he’s focused on getting better. From studying Shane van Gisbergen’s road-course approach to earning praise from teammate Ty Dillon, Allmendinger’s career continues to be defined by growth, perspective and an unwavering commitment to improvement.

Shane van Gisbergen dominated NOAPS Sonoma, got one back against Connor Zilisch and shared why he believes he’s still improving.

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The New Zealander claimed the Kennametal Pole Award for Saturday’s NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Pit Boss/FoodMaxx 250, turning a lap of 75.029 seconds (95.483 mph) in the No. 9 SuperFile Chevrolet for JR Motorsports. It marked his sixth career series pole, his first of the 2026 season and his third pole in three Sonoma starts.

Sonoma Raceway will posthumously induct two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Kyle Busch into its Wall of Fame on Sunday, honoring one of the most accomplished drivers in NASCAR history and one of the road course's most successful competitors.

“We said from the start this is more than a race, this is a mission,” NASCAR Chief Operating Officer Ben Kennedy said following Sunday’s race. “I think we all looked around the room today and we said mission has been accomplished.”

From Drew Brees and Jesse Iwuji to military flyovers and fan activations, NASCAR San Diego delivered a memorable debut at Naval Base Coronado.

Credit: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 21: Corey Heim, driver of the #67 Mobil 1/O'Reilly Auto Parts Toyota, celebrates after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado on June 21, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) Editor’s Note: This story was provided by NASCAR Wire Service and has been published with permission. It has been edited for Racing Refresh style and formatting. June 21, 2026 By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service SAN...

The betting favorite and Trackhouse teammate Connor Zillisch were eliminated in a restart incident during Sunday's inaugural Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado.

Shane van Gisbergen earned the pole position for Sunday’s inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at Naval Base Coronado. The Trackhouse Racing driver will lead the field to green after posting the fastest lap in Saturday’s qualifying session. The full NASCAR Wire Service report follows.

Credit: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 19: Layne Riggs, driver of the #34 Mattermost Ford, celebrates with a burnout after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Navy 250 at Naval Base Coronado on June 19, 2026 in San Diego, California. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images) be

Kyle Larson backed up his NASCAR 26 cover reveal with the fastest lap in Friday’s NASCAR Cup Series practice session at Naval Base Coronado.

LAS VEGAS (March 15, 2026) — Denny Hamlin rallied from a mid-race pit road speeding penalty to capture his 61st career victory in Sunday’s Pennzoil 400, moving into sole possession of 10th on NASCAR’s all-time wins list. Photo: Elvin Anderson Jr. Driving the No. 11 Yahoo! Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing, Hamlin charged through the field after the penalty and reclaimed the lead late at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The speed was evident throughout the weekend. Hamlin topped Saturday’s practice...

LAS VEGAS (March 14, 2026) — Kyle Larson capitalized on a late restart to win Saturday’s LiUNA! at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, earning his first victory of the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series season. Photo: Elvin Anderson Jr. Driving the No. 88 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet for JR Motorsports , Larson positioned himself among the leaders after a late caution reset the field and created an opportunity to attack on fresh tires. “I left pit road third or fourth of the guys on equal tires,...