In the world of 1970s car racing, Hurley Haywood was cool, calm and collected. A five-time 24 Hours of Daytona winner, three-time Le Mans winner and Trans-Am champion, Haywood was a Hollywood archetype: a strikingly handsome man brought up by a good Midwestern family. Yet Haywood was often overshadowed by racing partner and volatile mentor, Peter Gregg—the Batman to his Robin—whose abrupt suicide in 1980 shook the sport to its core. And yet Haywood had secrets of his own. Despite multiple encounters with women, some that included public appearances alongside Penthouse models, he remained elusive about his personal life. With deft use of archival footage and exclusive interviews featuring actor and fellow racer, Patrick Dempsey, Hurley reveals a greater insight into Haywood’s tightrope walk between career and sexuality, while posing the question—will motorsport ever be ready for openly LGBT racers?
Documentary showcasing the racing skills of Actor Paul Newman, NFL Legend Walter Payton, and Scott Sharp
Paul Newman and Mario Andretti explain why they are driven to excellence.
Sam Posey, born on May 26, 1944, in New York City, is a retired American racing driver, television commentator, and writer known for his versatility on and off the track. Posey competed in diverse motorsport categories, including Formula One, sports car racing, and the Indianapolis 500. His racing career includes notable performances in events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Can-Am series. After retiring from professional driving, Posey became a respected motorsports commentator, lending his voice to Formula One, IndyCar, and other racing broadcasts. His articulate style and deep knowledge of the sport have made him a beloved figure in American motorsports media.
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