Corey Day, a rising star with Hendrick Motorsports, made a notable mark at the 2025 High Limit International in Australia, highlighting his skills while competing far from home. During the initial rounds at Perth Motorplex, Day demonstrated impressive speed, outpacing local favorites to secure his first-ever sprint car win outside the United States. On the second night, he began in third and completed the race in fourth with his #U3 Williams Motorsports vehicle, further showcasing his consistency on the international stage.
Main Event Turns Challenging for Day
The High Limit International’s climax proved testing for Day. On December 30, both he and Rico Abreu put pressure on Kyle Larson, the 2025 Cup Series champion, in pursuit of victory. However, Abreu’s campaign ended abruptly with an engine failure that brought out a caution. Day, meanwhile, was in strong contention for the lead until his persistent pursuit of Larson led to multiple brushes with the wall, ultimately causing a right-rear tire puncture. This incident forced Day out of the race, resulting in a disappointing DNF (Did Not Finish) after starting from P3.
Reflecting on the final night, Day addressed his supporters and crew:
“Results from the final night of High Limit International. Battling for the lead until the right rear let go late in the race. Can’t thank the Williamson Racing guys enough for all of their hard work.”
— Corey Day, Hendrick Motorsports driver
Kyle Larson Claims Consecutive High Limit Titles
Kyle Larson secured his second straight High Limit Racing International victory in Australia, reinforcing his dominance in the world of motorsports. Qualifying fourth for the main event, Larson outpaced his competitors to cross the finish line first, earning a substantial A$110,000 prize. For Corey Day, ambitions of a top finish faded after his DNF, a stark contrast to his early strong performances in the event.
Comparisons to Kyle Larson and Early Career Achievements
Corey Day’s emergence has drawn inevitable comparisons to Kyle Larson from fans eager to witness the next superstar in racing. The talented young driver expressed his appreciation for such recognition, explaining how it motivates rather than overwhelms him:
“It’s an honor to be compared to Kyle Larson. He is, in my opinion, and I’m sure a lot of other people’s, the best race car driver in the world. So to be compared to him and talked about in the same sentence is really cool.”
— Corey Day, Hendrick Motorsports driver
“It doesn’t add too much more pressure on me. I feel like if I added more than I couldn’t do the job I was hired to do. So I’m just going to keep doing what I’m doing and if I do that, then I’ll keep getting compared to him,”
he added. — Corey Day, Hendrick Motorsports driver
Since his 2023 debut, the Hendrick Motorsports team and figures like Jeff Gordon have closely followed Day’s progress. At just 15, he became the youngest winner in the USAC National Series, marking him as an exceptional prodigy among his peers. Day soon debuted in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the #17 Chevy, and notched a strong fourth-place finish at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, reinforcing the promise seen during his early career.
What Day’s International Outing Means for His Future
Although the High Limit International did not end as Corey Day had hoped, his performance across the multiple nights in Australia affirmed his reputation as one of motorsport’s most promising talents. Competing against and drawing comparisons to established champions like Kyle Larson shows Day’s rapid ascent within the sport. With ongoing support from his team, Williamson Racing, and the spotlight of motorsport icons like Jeff Gordon, Corey Day’s experiences abroad will likely fuel his determination in the upcoming racing seasons and keep him in conversations about the next elite race car driver.
Results from the final night of High Limit International. Battling for the lead until the right rear let go late in the race. Can’t thank the Williamson Racing guys enough for all of their hard work. pic.twitter.com/RolvRQjP7Z
— Corey Day (@corey_day_) December 30, 2025
