NASCAR drivers express interest in Days of Thunder sequel roles

Tom Cruise announced a sequel to the 1990 film Days of Thunder at Daytona International Speedway. Cruise, who will star in and produce the project alongside Anne Hathaway, confirmed he intends to perform his own driving sequences for the character Cole Trickle. Following the announcement, various NASCAR drivers have publicly expressed interest in potential cameo appearances for the upcoming production. Several participants noted they have already provided input to the filmmaking team regarding racing scenes and technical accuracy. Driver Ryan Blaney, who has previous experience in film and television, stated he is available if needed, while Joey Logano indicated a preference for playing a rival to the lead character. The film is currently scheduled for a release on June 2, 2028.

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