Kevin Magnussen and Noah Gragson clash during NASCAR race in San Diego
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:01 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
During the NASCAR Cup race at the San Diego street course, Kevin Magnussen and Noah Gragson engaged in a multi-lap struggle that culminated in a crash. The intense battle lasted for 13 laps, featuring contact and confrontational exchanges between the two drivers. Onboard footage and radio communications reveal escalating tension, including Gragson showing frustration over repeated incidents. The race was halted shortly after a significant collision involving multiple cars, further complicating the scenario. Despite the interactions, the race is ongoing, with additional developments expected as it proceeds.
- •Magnussen and Gragson battled for position, leading to multiple contacts.
- •Gragson expressed frustration over incidents with Magnussen on team radio.
- •The race was temporarily halted due to a large crash involving several cars.
- •Magnussen and Gragson continued to exchange aggressive maneuvers under caution.
- •Race officials will monitor additional interactions as the event continues.
- 5:01 AMYahoo Sports — Kevin Magnussen vs. Noah Gragson NASCAR feud: A lap-by-lap breakdown
"It's now clear that the Magnussen vs. Gragson on-track drama went far beyond a single incident in the NASCAR Cup San Diego street course race, lasting about 13 laps before Gragson's crash
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