A Surprising Winner at the Brickyyard
The Brickyard 400 roared to life on July 26 at the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, drawing a crowd of fans eager to see the latest chapter in NASCAR's storied summer schedule.
Corey Heim, piloting the No. 10 car for Stewart‑Haas Racing, surged ahead early and never looked back, completing 58 laps in the lead and fending off a late charge from Christopher Bell and Joey Logano.
Prize Money and Points Impact
Todd Gilliland, the 25‑year‑old driver who entered the race as the 24th seed, captured the $1 million In‑Season Challenge prize by finishing just ahead of Ryan Blaney, who settled for 26th place.
Heim's victory adds crucial momentum to his championship hopes, while Gilliland's windfall highlights the growing significance of the bonus format as the season enters its final stretch.