Overview

• Larson conceded he enjoys Talladega Nights but asserted on the Games with Names podcast that it “turned our sport into a joke” and did nothing positive for NASCAR.
• William Byron took to social media to back Larson’s view, posting “100%. Should not be the first thing people think of.”
• Jeff Gordon revealed that Tom Cruise is open to pursuing a Days of Thunder sequel after discussing the idea at a Mission: Impossible premiere.
• Larson named the 1990 film Days of Thunder as his favorite NASCAR movie and praised the 2010 Ayrton Senna documentary for its authentic portrayal of motorsport.
• He has not yet seen the new Brad Pitt–starring Formula 1 film but said he looks forward to assessing its depiction of racing.