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Deadpool vs. Wolverine! Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman race ahead of the Spain Sail Grand Prix

by Mark Jardine 5 Sep 00:59 PDT 4 September 2026
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds, co-owners of BONDS Flying Roos SailGP Team, on shore after taking part in the 6th sailor race challenge with Hugh Jackman racing on board the BONDS Flying Roos F50 and Ryan Reynolds racing on board the NORTHSTAR F50 © Jason Ludlow for SailGP

On Friday, ahead of the Spain Sail Grand Prix this weekend in Valencia, Hollywood heavyweights Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman settled their rivalry the only way they could: racing each other aboard F50 catamarans wearing custom Deadpool and Wolverine helmets designed by artist Painton.

Hugh stepped onboard the BONDS Flying Roos' Australian F50 while Ryan joined NorthStar Canada's boat.

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