Carson Hocevar and Corey Heim continue feud at Brickyard 400
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 1:47 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
During the Brickyard 400 on July 26, Carson Hocevar gestured at Corey Heim while pitting, leading to post-race comments from both drivers. Hocevar claimed the gesture was a playful prediction of Heim's victory, which turned out to be the case as Heim won the race. The rivalry, rooted in their Truck Series history, flared once more when Heim blocked Hocevar's advance. Despite the spat, Heim dismissed Hocevar's performance, referencing his ninth-place finish. Both drivers acknowledged the competitive tension as they prepare for future races.
- •Heim won the Brickyard 400 on July 26.
- •Hocevar gestured at Heim during a pit stop.
- •Their rivalry dates back to controversies in the Truck Series.
- •Hocevar finished ninth, while Heim dismissed this outcome.
- •Heim's blocking tactic was a focal point after the race.
- 1:47 AMYahoo Sports — Why Carson Hocevar flipped off Corey Heim and why Heim wasn’t impressed
"'You guys love talking about a guy that finished ninth'
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