Corey Heim earns first Cup victory in San Diego street race

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Corey Heim earns first Cup victory in San Diego street race
Summary

Corey Heim claimed his first NASCAR Cup victory at Naval Base Coronado on June 22, 2026, following a fierce battle with championship leader Tyler Reddick. The race featured dramatic moments, including Heim besting Reddick in the final laps. Bubba Wallace made a notable comeback, finishing second despite being two laps down earlier in the race. Shane van Gisbergen experienced a setback, wrecking out of contention in a restart pileup. The results shifted the points standings, tightening the race for the playoffs.

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  • Corey Heim wins his first NASCAR Cup race in San Diego.
  • Bubba Wallace finishes second after recovering from a penalty.
  • Shane van Gisbergen wrecks, falling out of playoff contention.
  • Tyler Reddick loses critical points in the championship battle.
  • Ryan Preece scores significant points, moving back into Chase eligibility.
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What an amazing day of racing at Naval Base Coronado! The iconic backdrop for a brand-new street course race delivered in every form, from both the spectacle and the on-track action. The place was sold out, and the racing was fierce from green flag to checkered flag. All three events culminated with a dramatic pass for the win, while Sunday featured a first-time Cup winner and future superstar ...Keep reading

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A surprise winner in Corey Heim, a big wreck eliminates SVG, and the points battle tightens both at the top and around the cut-line following an epic race at Naval Base Coronado

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