It was business as usual at Darlington Raceway. The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series playoff opener kicked off at the 1.366-mile egg-shaped oval, with a lot of drivers betting their chances. But eventually, the ‘Lady in Black’ chose only one of them as her dance partner – Corey Heim. The 23-year-old TRICON Garage driver has been a trailblazer this Craftsman Truck Series season. So much so that one of the series’ finest veterans is also compelled to choose Heim as a frontrunner.
Once upon a time, Greg Biffle was in the same dazzling position as Corey Heim. The veteran clinched 17 Truck trophies at his prime, while also grabbing the 2000 Truck Series championship. But what stands out to him is the golden achievement of 1999, which Heim is keen on robbing.
Corey Heim receives a salute from a l