Corey Heim burst onto the NASCAR Cup Series stage with a combination of speed and daring that quickly set him apart from his peers. Victories at Naval Base Coronado and Indianapolis Motor Speedway have already cemented his place as the first driver since A.J. Foyt to win twice in his first 15 Cup starts.
A Historic Start
Heim’s early triumphs have sparked comparisons to legends of the sport and have drawn praise from team owners and veteran drivers alike.
Points That Don't Count
Although Heim is ineligible to accrue official Cup points because he is scoring Truck Series points for Tricon Garage, the No. 67 team has amassed 228 points in just eight races — enough to outrank multiple full‑time entries. The squad sits 45 points ahead of Rick Ware Racing and 12 points ahead of Trackhouse Racing, a testament to the competitiveness of his part‑time effort.
A Future Full‑Time Seat
The momentum has not gone unnoticed. Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan have publicly praised Heim’s trajectory, and he has been slated to take the No. 35 Toyota in 2027, a seat currently occupied by Riley Herbst. The move promises a full‑time platform for a driver whose early record already suggests he can challenge the sport’s established elite.
Heim’s rise underscores a shifting dynamic in NASCAR, where part‑time entries can no longer be dismissed as mere fillers. As he prepares for a full‑time schedule, the racing world will be watching to see whether his early brilliance can be sustained over a longer grind.