Corey Day demonstrated impressive form in the High Limit Racing International series at Perth Motorplex, competing strongly among an elite group of sprint car drivers on December 29 in Western Australia. The event drew renowned participants like two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson, with Day securing a strong finish in one of the most anticipated races on the international sprint car calendar.
Standout Performances by Corey Day and Top Contenders
During the second annual running of the High Limit Racing International event, Corey Day represented Hendrick Motorsports as a developmental driver and delivered a notable performance. Driving in the competitive 24-driver field, Day began the feature race from third position and crossed the line fourth in the 30-lap contest, confirming his emergence as a key competitor in the series. Kyle Larson, piloting the #1K sprint car, started sixth and worked his way to a fifth-place finish on the 3/8-mile clay oval. This competitive field provided a showcase for both established drivers and promising newcomers.
The night ultimately belonged to Michael Kofoid, who claimed victory in the Monday preliminary feature after leading the final 11 laps and building a gap of 2.420 seconds ahead of rival Jock Goodyer. Kofoid’s triumph earned him $15,000 in prize money as he outpaced fellow Americans Corey Day and Brad Sweet to the finish line.
Full Race Results and Notable Finishes
Jock Goodyer secured the runner-up spot, with Dayne Kingshott capturing third. Early feature winner Corey Day maintained his early momentum with a solid result, finishing ahead of accomplished drivers like Kyle Larson, who rounded out the top five. Other prominent names included Brad Sweet, Kyle Larson’s brother-in-law, as well as Kaiden Manders, Aaron Reutzel, Carson Macedo, and Rico Abreu, each securing a place among the event’s top ten finishers.
International Growth and the Reward on Offer
The Kubota High Limit Racing series has expanded to a global audience with its inaugural three-day showcase at Perth Motorplex. With drivers from the United States and Australia on the entry list, the series is hosting a landmark Sprint Car event featuring a main race on Tuesday that boasts a prize of $110,000—the largest purse for such a race in Australian motorsport history. This event further cements Perth as a hub for world-class sprint car racing and offers another stage for drivers like Corey Day, Kyle Larson, and Brad Sweet to demonstrate their prowess.
Looking Ahead: The $110,000 Finale and Future Implications
The final showdown of the High Limit Racing International event is set for Tuesday, December 30, at Perth Motorplex, and will be available for fans to watch live at 9 am ET on FloRacing. With a substantial purse and the participation of highly regarded drivers such as Corey Day, Michael Kofoid, Brad Sweet, and Kyle Larson, anticipation is high for what could be a defining contest in the sprint car landscape. As these talented racers vie for the record-setting prize, the results are set to impact their standings and reputations within the international racing community, solidifying the High Limit Racing series’ importance on the global stage.
👇🏼 Monday’s full finish from @PerthMotorplex… pic.twitter.com/XvJPHUHpDD
— High Limit Racing (@HighLimitRacing) December 29, 2025
