The official course map and seating layout for next June’s groundbreaking three-series showdown at Naval Base Coronado may still be under wraps until later this month, but when it comes to the featured Cup race, the paddock only has its odds on one favorite. Shane van Gisbergen has become the bogeyman of NASCAR street races. Moreover, he currently finds himself in the playoffs thanks to his 5 wins. However, one Spire Motorsports veteran is sounding off alarms on SVG’s road course stint, especially since NASCAR just added one more to its calendar in 2026.

This year alone, SVG has notched a perfect 4 with Chicago, Mexico City, Sonoma, and Watkins Glen, leaving everyone else chasing shadows. His career stats only hammered the point home. In 41 Cup starts, he has racked up five wins, four pol

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