This weekend, Keanu Reeves, known for his roles in "The Matrix" and "John Wick," will compete as a race car driver at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the GR Cup series. He will drive the No. 92 Eagles Canyon Racing Toyota GR86 and has expressed his excitement about the opportunity in a post on X, as reported by FOX59.
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While not new to racing—having won the celebrity race at the 2009 Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach—this weekend marks Reeves' first step into professional racing. The events, part of the Indianapolis 8 Hour, offer a distinct spectacle, with Reeves competing alongside aspiring racers and retired professionals. Joining him will be YouTube personality Cody Jones from "Dude Perfect," who said, "Surprise. What's up guys? It's Cody Jones, the tall guy from 'Dude Perfect.' I will be racing in the Toyota GR Cup at Indy. Gonna be awesome," quoted IndyStar. Hollywood and racing don't often intersect, but Reeves' participation follows a tradition of stars like Patrick Dempsey and Frankie Muniz taking up racing. The No. 92 car, with a red and black design promoting Reeves' graphic novel "BRZRK," adds some Hollywood flair to the track. Reeves is set to blend his acting fame with his passion for motorsports.
Keanu Reeves, now 60, will join 33 drivers on a challenging 2.439-mile course with 14 sharp turns. As one of four rookies, the actor is ready for new challenges. Reeves and Cody Jones aim to prove their skills in a competitive field, as detailed by Spectrum News 1. Saturday's first race starts at 9:50 a.m., with the second on Sunday at 11:55 a.m.
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