When Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds decided to trade his actor's script for a sailor's helm at the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix this weekend, he didn't just pose for photos—he got his hands dirty. And fast.

Reynolds, co-owner of the BONDS Flying Roos SailGP Team alongside fellow charismatic superstar Hugh Jackman, took the wheel of the team's fully foiling F50 racing trimaran. The result? A heart-pounding ride that clocked speeds over 55 miles per hour (90 km/h) across Bermuda's stunning Great Sound before official racing even began.

Donning a helmet and bracing against the spray, Reynolds felt the raw power of wingsail technology firsthand. The G-forces, the ocean spray, the sheer velocity—it was a far cry from the red carpet. "The most insane thing I've ever experienced," Reynolds said after tearing across Bermuda's crystal-blue waters with skipper Tom Slingsby and his crew.

While Reynolds is no stranger to high-stakes ventures—he's a savvy businessman with stakes in multiple professional sports teams—this was something different. This was personal. Instead of watching from the sidelines, he jumped into the action, steering the cutting-edge vessel that represents the pinnacle of sailing innovation.

The SailGP championship is known for pushing boundaries, with F50 catamarans that fly above the water on hydrofoils, reaching breathtaking speeds. For Reynolds, it was a chance to connect with his team on a visceral level. And for fans, it's a reminder that even the biggest stars love to get in on the adrenaline rush.