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Corey Day returning to Hendrick Motorsports O’Reilly program in 2027

Corey Day is set to return to Hendrick Motorsports' O’Reilly program in 2027, reshaping the team's development pipeline.

By · Published August 21, 2026 at 03:06 UTC · Updated August 21, 2026 at 06:37 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Corey Day is set to return to Hendrick Motorsports' O’Reilly program in 2027, reshaping the team's development pipeline.
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Corey Day will rejoin Hendrick Motorsports' O’Reilly program in 2027. This move follows the recent signing of Connor Zilisch, who left Trackhouse Racing for a Cup ride with Hendrick.

Zilisch's move was confirmed by Jeff Gordon, who praised Zilisch's fit within Hendrick's culture. Rick Hendrick also addressed the decision to sign Zilisch over another protégé, noting that Zilisch's skills and potential made him an ideal fit.

Zilisch himself acknowledged the difficulty of leaving Trackhouse but expressed enthusiasm for his new opportunity. The open question is how Day's return will impact the team's dynamics and development strategy.

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Questions people are asking

Who is Connor Zilisch?

Connor Zilisch is a racing driver who recently moved from Trackhouse Racing to Hendrick Motorsports for a Cup ride.

What is the O’Reilly program?

The O’Reilly program is a development initiative within Hendrick Motorsports aimed at nurturing young racing talent.

Why did Rick Hendrick choose Connor Zilisch over another protégé?

Rick Hendrick chose Connor Zilisch because of his skills and potential, which Hendrick believes make him an ideal fit for the team's culture and goals.

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Corey Day Hendrick Motorsports Connor Zilisch NASCAR O’Reilly program Trackhouse Racing

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