{
  "id": 5174103,
  "title": "NASCAR drivers scrambling for cameos after Tom Cruise announces ‘Days of Thunder’ sequel",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/nascar-drivers-scrambling-for-cameos-after-tom-cruise-announces-days",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-02T21:06:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/entertainment/2026/09/02/nascar-drivers-scrambling-for-cameos-after-tom-cruise-announces-days-of-thunder-sequel"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Joey Logano, a NASCAR driver with 71 wins and three Cup Series championships, expressed his desire to appear in the upcoming sequel to \"Days of Thunder.\" The film, starring Tom Cruise and Anne Hathaway, is set to release in 2028. Logano, alongside drivers like Josh Brock, Kyle Larson, and several others, would be thrilled to be part of the movie. NASCAR legends Richard Petty, Rusty Wallace, Neil Bonnett, and Harry Gant all appeared in the original film. Tom Cruise made an unexpected appearance at the Daytona International Speedway race, speaking to drivers and team owners about his vision for the sequel. Hendrick Motorsports, which played a significant role in the first movie, may or may not be involved again.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Joey Logano wants cameo in 'Days of Thunder' sequel.",
    "NASCAR legends appeared in original film.",
    "Hendrick Motorsports may or may not return."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}