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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 / 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 Tomball News
The NASCAR Cup Series' inaugural San Diego race may seem distant from Tomball , but the sport's presence is felt in the Houston area, where local fans follow drivers and teams with keen interest. Corey Heim's upset win over Tyler Reddick will likely resonate with racing enthusiasts in Harris County, who may be eager to see how this young driver's career unfolds. As Heim prepares to move full-time into the Cup Series next season with 23XI Racing, local fans may be watching to see if he can build on this momentum and become a consistent contender. The fact that Heim's teammate, Bubba Wallace, finished second, delivering a 1-2 finish for 23XI Racing, may also be of interest to local fans who follow the team's progress. With the NASCAR season heating up, Tomball residents who enjoy the sport will be keeping an eye on Heim and other drivers as they compete in upcoming races.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / 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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