Celebrities gather for NASCAR's inaugural event in San Diego

NASCAR hosted its first race weekend at Naval Base Coronado, attracting around 125,000 fans from across the U.S. and 17 countries. The event featured a high-profile celebrity guest list, including NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, Patrick Mahomes, and Drew Brees, who served as Grand Marshal. The weekend drew significant attention beyond NASCAR's traditional audience, with 67% of attendees as first-time ticket buyers. The presence of well-known figures from sports and entertainment underscored the event's success in making an impact on the motorsport in Southern California.

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