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A documentary chronicling the life and death of IndyCar champion Dan Wheldon will debut on HBO and the Max streaming
The film “The Lionheart” is named after the fearless personality and driving style of racer Dan Wheldon, who competed in IndyCar from 2002 to 2011, achieving remarkable success, including two Indianapolis 500 wins and a 2005 series championship. Tragically, Wheldon lost his life in a crash during the 2011 season finale at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, prompting the cancellation of the remainder of the race due to the severity of the incident. The documentary delves into the story of Wheldon’s surviving family, particularly his sons Sebastien and Oliver, who are showing promise in the racing world as they enter their teenage years, under the guidance of Dan’s widow, Susie Wheldon. Notable personalities from the IndyCar scene, such as Dario Franchitti, Tony Kanaan, Scott Dixon, Bryan Herta, Michael Andretti, and Chip Ganassi, make appearances in the film, providing further insight into Wheldon’s impact on the motorsport community. Following the completion of the documentary, Sebastien Wheldon has been announced as a driver in the USF Juniors series, representing his first step in the ladder system towards IndyCar racing. After premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2023, “The Lionheart” is now gearing up for a wider release next month, available for streaming on the Max service in the United States, several South American countries, and soon to be introduced to various parts of Europe in the coming spring.
