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Kevin Magnussen makes NASCAR Cup debut this Sunday in Coronado

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:05 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Kevin Magnussen makes NASCAR Cup debut this Sunday in Coronado

Summary

Kevin Magnussen will race in the NASCAR Cup Series for the first time this Sunday at Naval Base Coronado, driving the No. 91 Qualcomm Chevrolet for Trackhouse Racing. The former Formula 1 driver, who has also competed in various sports car series and IndyCar, expects an intense introduction to NASCAR's premier series. This debut marks a significant transition for the 33-year-old Dane from open-wheel racing to stock car racing. Fans and teams alike will be watching his performance closely as he embarks on this new venture.

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Key Details

•Kevin Magnussen racing in NASCAR Cup Series for first time
•Driving No. 91 Qualcomm Chevrolet for Trackhouse Racing
•Event scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026
•Former F1 driver has experience in WEC and IndyCar
•Expectations of an intense introduction to NASCAR

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11:05 AMMotorsport.com — Kevin Magnussen expects "intense introduction" to NASCAR in Cup debut

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This Sunday at Naval Base Coronado, ex-F1 driver Kevin Magnussen is set to take on something completely different as he races a NASCAR Cup Series car for the very first time, driving the No. 91 Qualcomm Chevrolet for Trackhouse Racing. In addition to racing in Formula 1 for a full decade, the 33-year-old Dane has made several starts across both WEC across IMSA, and even competed in an IndyCar ...Keep reading
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