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Corey Heim development at 23XI Racing

Entities: 23XI Racing · Bootie Barker · Corey Heim · Denny Hamlin · Michael Jordan

Overview

23XI Racing’s measured part‑time program for 23‑year‑old Corey Heim proved successful, with the driver moving from a dominant Truck Series championship to two NASCAR Cup victories in 2026, including the Brickyard 400. Team officials highlighted the disciplined approach as the basis for Heim’s upcoming full‑time Cup seat slated for 2027.

A few days later, the team’s strategic planning turned to personnel decisions. While Heim’s full‑time ride appears set, owner‑drivers Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan must decide whether to retain crew chief Bootie Barker, whose partnership helped secure the part‑time wins, or restructure the No. 35 effort. Barker’s potential shift to a senior role adds uncertainty to the driver‑crew chief pairing that could shape Heim’s debut season.

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Corey Heim's 2027 NASCAR Cup Series Plan Uncertain Amid 23XI Racing Decisions

    Corey Heim will race full‑time in 2027 for 23XI Racing's No. 35 Toyota, but uncertainty over crew chief Bootie Barker's role and team decisions could affect the partnership.

  2. 5 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Corey Heim's rapid rise validates 23XI Racing's disciplined driver development plan

    Corey Heim’s part‑time Cup schedule and two wins, including the Brickyard 400, show 23XI Racing’s disciplined development plan is paying off ahead of his full‑time 2027 entry.

Sources

autogear.pt · essentiallysports.com · freshnews.com · sportskeeda.com