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NASCAR San Diego to Host One-of-a-Kind Fun Run for Special Olympics Athletes Ahead of NASCAR San Diego Weekend presented by Anduril

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Fifty athletes will participate in fun run on the San Diego street course

By NASCAR Communications

SAN DIEGO (June 12, 2026) – NASCAR San Diego today announced that it will welcome 50 athletes from Special Olympics Southern California for a one-of-a-kind Fun Run experience on the NASCAR San Diego street course’s Qualcomm Circuit on Thurs., June 18. From 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., the athletes will participate in a fun run between Turns 14 and 16, offering a unique opportunity to experience the course before the world’s best drivers take to the streets of Coronado.

“At NASCAR, we’re committed to creating meaningful experiences that bring communities together and make our events accessible to fans of all backgrounds,” said Amy Lupo, NASCAR San Diego President. “We’re honored to welcome these incredible athletes and their families to the track and to support an organization like Special Olympics Southern California, whose mission embodies courage, determination and inclusion.”

NASCAR will also present a monetary donation to Special Olympics Southern California in support of the organization’s year-round programming, helping provide inclusive sports training and competition opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities throughout the region.

“We’re incredibly grateful to NASCAR San Diego for creating this unforgettable experience for the athletes,” said Special Olympics Southern California President & CEO Kelly Pond. ” It’s an amazing opportunity to be part of race week and this support for our programs means so much to our community.”

The event underscores NASCAR’s ongoing commitment to community engagement during the NASCAR San Diego Weekend presented by Anduril. The Special Olympics Southern California fun run is one of several community initiatives taking place during NASCAR San Diego race week, reflecting the sport’s commitment to leaving a lasting impact in the communities it visits.

For more information on NASCAR San Diego, visit NASCARSanDiego.com.