Hollywood icon Keanu Reeves took to the track for his professional auto racing debut at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on October 5, competing in the Toyota GR Cup. The 60-year-old actor experienced a minor spin-out during the 45-minute race but emerged unscathed, much to the delight of fans and the motorsport community.
Race Highlights
- Spinning Out: Reeves encountered a spin on the exit of Turn 9 but expertly avoided a collision. After steering into the grass, he quickly rejoined the race, demonstrating his calm demeanor under pressure.
- Initial Performance: Starting from 31st out of 35 participants, Reeves made a commendable effort, climbing to 21st place before finishing the race in 25th.
- Previous Experience: Although this marked his professional debut, Reeves has a history on the racetrack, having won a celebrity race at the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach in 2009.
Upcoming Events
Reeves is set to compete in another race on Sunday, continuing his foray into professional motorsports. On the entertainment front, he will attend a 30th anniversary screening of his 1994 blockbuster Speed in Los Angeles, alongside co-star Sandra Bullock. Fans can also anticipate his return as John Wick in the upcoming spin-off film Ballerina, starring Ana de Armas, and his voice role as Shadow the Hedgehog in Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
Reeves’ venture into racing adds an exciting chapter to his already diverse career, blending his passion for speed with his Hollywood fame.
