Keanu Reeves makes professional racing debut at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, spins out before reentering
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA: Keanu Reeves made his motorsport debut at Indianapolis, leaving fans in a frenzy.
The ‘Speed’ actor added the new skillset to his armor on Saturday, October 5. As per a TMZ report, Reeves was seen warming up during practice runs in the morning behind the wheel of the number 92 Eagles Canyon Racing Toyota GR86.
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Keanu Reeves makes his motorsport debut at Indianapolis
The GR Cup Series races are taking place this weekend, a part of the Indianapolis 8-hour event, but it is separate from the endurance race, reported the outlet.
Reeves' racing day didn’t go according to plan and ‘The Matrix’ star crashed at the event after spinning off.
As per Associated Press, Reeves spun into the grass without any collision on the exit of Turn 9, a little over halfway through the 45-minute race.
He, however, re-entered and continued driving, and signaled he was unhurt. The actor managed to finish 25th among 35 racing cars.
Fans love Keanu Reeves sports avatar as he makes motorsport debut
Netizens celebrated the 'John Wick' star after he made a motorsport appearance at the Indianapolis circuit. A few praised his cool look with racing gear and one wished to see him in the 'Fast & Furious' series.
One user commented on Facebook, "He's racing in Indy? Cool 😎 Be safe! 🏎️🏎️🏎️"
"Nooo He cut his long hair😭 but he's still so handsome and gorgeous 😍" an individual observed.
"Just prepping for his next movie 🙃" another speculated.
A person chimed, "Is there anything John Wick can’t do?"
"Keanu should appear on Fast and Furious," another felt.
"He said he's gonna drive like "If I go below 50 I will explode" a person joked.
one referred to his previous flick," Parenthood reborn!! TODDDDDD!"
A person praised, "Age well.. I must say Enjoy life."
"Love Keanu ( looks so much better with the shorter hair tho)" another said.
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