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Originally posted by sbailey924@Feb 24 2005, 02:24 PM
I don't think you can classify any auto race as a straight on sport because there are so many other factors that go into it than the athlete's performance, but I do respect it.
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You would be surprised how athletic some of the drivers have to be, especially in F1. The G forces that a driver has to endure are extremely tiring on the body, therefore these guys have to be in excellent condition. Working out is a big part of an F1 drivers duties, since he has to make sure he is in physically peak condition so his body and mind doesnt tire out over a race.
I would be willing to bet that F1 drivers are considerably more athletic than almost all baseball players.