Heim Shocks NASCAR Elite at Naval Base Corando

Sunday at Naval Base Corando delivered a story that resonates far beyond American motorsport. Corey Heim, a part-time driver widely dismissed as just a prospect, outdueled the established elite to claim his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at the inaugural Anduril Race the Base 250. The kid beat the championship leader Tyler Reddick head-to-head. The favorites, Shane Van Gisbergen and Connor Zilisch, wiped each other out racing for the lead with Austin Hill. Heim kept his head, avoided the chaos, and took the win. That is what happens when you back yourself against the so-called untouchables.

How Corey Heim Beat NASCAR's Best on an Active Military Base

Reddick has four NASCAR Cup Series wins on road courses in the NextGen era. He is considered the 1b to Shane Van Gisbergen's 1a when it comes to turning left and right. Heim was not intimidated.