Kevin Harvick has chosen Shane van Gisbergen as his favorite to win the 2026 Anduril 250 at Coronado Street Course on Sunday, June 21.
What happened?
Harvick shared his insights on his "Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour" podcast, where he and his co-hosts discussed the upcoming race.
Harvick named van Gisbergen, a Trackhouse Racing driver, as the favorite to win due to his proven success on road courses.
Why it matters for Kevin Harvick
Van Gisbergen has seven career Cup wins, all of which came at road courses, making him a strong contender for the 2026 Anduril 250.
Kevin Harvick's co-host, Kaitlyn Vincie, also picked van Gisbergen to win his second race of the season.
What comes next?
The 2026 Anduril 250 will take place on Sunday, June 21, at Coronado Street Course in San Diego, California.
Van Gisbergen has had a mediocre 2026 campaign so far, with one win, three top-5s, and four top-10 finishes, and an average finish of 18.4.
He currently stands 14th in the NASCAR Cup Series points standings with 361 points.
The race will be available to watch on Prime at 4 pm ET, with radio coverage on MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
Kevin Harvick's pick will be put to the test as the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season heads to Coronado Street Course for the first time.
Van Gisbergen's road course experience will be a key factor in the upcoming race.
The 2026 Anduril 250 is set to be an exciting event, with several top drivers competing for the win.
Kevin Harvick's prediction has added to the anticipation surrounding the race.
The outcome of the 2026 Anduril 250 will be closely watched by NASCAR fans and analysts alike.