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Corey Heim outduels Tyler Reddick for first NASCAR Cup win at inaugural San Diego race
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Corey Heim slammed into the wall twice while destroying his tires during the first few runs Sunday in the inaugural NASCAR race at Naval Base Coronado.It was no problem for Heim, whose No. 67 Toyota inexplicably kept getting faster on the way to his first career Cup Series victory in only his 13t...
Key takeaway 67 Toyota inexplicably kept getting faster on the way to his first career Cup Series victory in only his 13t...
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For NASCAR fans in the Magnolia area, Corey Heim's surprise win at the inaugural San Diego race is a thrilling development, particularly given the strong presence of Texas drivers in the sport. Heim's victory is a testament to the growing talent pool in NASCAR, and his success may inspire young drivers in Montgomery County to pursue their own racing dreams. The fact that Heim will be moving to a full-time Cup Series seat with 23XI Racing next season also raises interesting questions about the team's strategy and how it may impact the sport's landscape in the southern United States. As the NASCAR season heats up, Magnolia residents will be keeping a close eye on how Heim and other Texas-connected drivers perform, and whether they can bring home more wins in the coming months.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Corey Heim slammed into the wall twice while destroying his tires during the first few runs Sunday in the inaugural NASCAR race at Naval Base Coronado.It was no problem for Heim, whose No. 67 Toyota inexplicably kept getting faster on the way to his first career Cup Series victory in only his 13t...
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