Corey Day arrived at the second night of the High Limit International with high expectations, looking to build on his recent win and make a strong showing as the week at Perth Motorplex continued. The American teenager, fresh off a victory on Night 1 in the U3 Williams Motorsports car, carried both confidence and intense pressure as the spotlight followed him through the opening rounds.
During the qualifying session for the next preliminary feature, Day placed sixth, setting himself up just behind the pole-sitter, Buddy Kofoid, for the headline 30-lap main event. The scene was set for a fierce front-row battle between two of the standout drivers, both with significant momentum.
A Race Altered by a Critical Mistake
Early in the contest, Day surged forward, joining the lead fight and appearing poised to challenge Kofoid for supremacy. However, while dicing for position at the front of the pack, Day made contact with the wall. The impact stalled his progress, cost him valuable momentum, and forced him to relinquish his hard-fought track position.
As the moment trended online, FloRacing shared,
“If you love a good slidejob, Monday night’s #HighLimitRacing feature at Perth Motorplex was chef’s kiss. 🤌🔥”
– FloRacing, Media
The consequences were immediate. Day found himself restarting in second place behind the safety car more than once, but trapped in unsettled air, he struggled to defend his spot. Each restart saw him slip further back in the order, ultimately crossing the finish line in fourth.
The Battle at the Front and Shifting Race Dynamics
Had he not brushed the wall, Day was in position to potentially regain the lead, reshaping the outcome of the race. Instead, Kofoid capitalized on Day’s slip, while Brad Sweet briefly took the front, and a tight contest unfolded in the closing laps. In the end, Buddy Kofoid managed to hold the top spot at the checkered flag, with Jock Goodyer and Dayne Kingshott rounding out the top three as the podium finishers, leaving Day and Sweet just behind in the order.
Looking Ahead to the High-Stakes Finale
The attention now turns to Tuesday, December 30, as the High Limit International culminates in its richest-ever finale, offering an unprecedented $110,000 AUD to the winner at Perth Motorplex. This event stands as the marquee sprint car race remaining on the Australian speedway calendar.
Corey Day, having secured his place among the Dash qualifiers alongside other top point earners, is set to compete against formidable names like Buddy Kofoid, Jock Goodyer, Dayne Kingshott, Kaiden Manders, and James McFadden. This collection of drivers, each in strong form, ensures relentless competition as they pursue the largest prize in Australian speedway history.
Additionally, Day’s mentor, Kyle Larson, enters the finale in pursuit of redemption. The defending event winner endured mechanical woes on the opening night, resulting in a 17th place finish, but improved to fifth on Night 2—just behind Day. Larson must race through Tuesday’s heats for a shot at the Dash, where a victory will secure his spot in the decisive round.
The Pressure Builds for Day’s Pivotal Moment
For Corey Day, the scenario is clear: deliver under the most intense pressure yet, with victory within reach and redemption on his mind. Day has already demonstrated his ability to win on this stage and now faces his biggest test as the High Limit International’s climactic night approaches at Perth Motorplex. Fans and competitors alike are set to watch how Day and his rivals respond as high stakes and heightened emotions shape the final outcome.
📹 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒: If you love a good slidejob, Monday night’s #HighLimitRacing feature at Perth Motorplex was chef’s kiss. 🤌🔥 #HighLimitInternational pic.twitter.com/9ITG1WTYSh
— FloRacing (@FloRacing) December 29, 2025
