What’s Happening?
Hollywood is making another run at NASCAR, as Days of Thunder 2 is reportedly gaining real momentum with Tom Cruise, producer Jerry Bruckheimer, and a completed script now attached to the project. Eric Estepp discusses why the sequel has a legitimate chance to succeed, what modern NASCAR could bring to the film, and why he hopes it captures the spirit of the original while embracing today’s stars and technology.
- Will Days of Thunder 2 capture the magic of the original, and how could Tom Cruise’s older Cole Trickle fit into a modern NASCAR story?
- Why is the Truck Series returning to St. Petersburg in 2027, and what made this year’s street race such a success?
- What exactly did Scott Dixon say about NASCAR Cup races, and why did his comments ignite a heated debate across the racing community?
- Can NASCAR and IndyCar fans move past the online rivalry, and who has the edge in this weekend’s in-season challenge between Ryan Blaney and Todd Gilliland?
With Hollywood rumors heating up, NASCAR and IndyCar sparking debate, and another major race weekend approaching, this episode covers some of the biggest stories shaping the sport beyond the racetrack.
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