Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Bruhl will star in the Formula One drama Rush directed by Ron Howard.

Rush will centre on the profession battle between ’70s Formula One racers James Hunt (Hemsworth) and Niki Lauda (Bruhl).

Lauda severely injured himself when he crashed his car during the 1976 German Grand Prix in Nurburgring, moments after protesting the tracks safety conditions. His competitive spirit prompted Lauda to get back behind the wheel and try to stop Hunt from winning the world title.

Howard will direct a script by Peter Morgan (Frost/Nixon).

Filming is expected to begin this week.

Source: Deadline