Worst Accidents In The Formula One History

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The game of formula one is synonymous with fun, speed, adrenaline rush and excitement. Formula one remains the most popular and enduring forms of motorsport worldwide. However the sport takes a tragic turn when life is taken during a racing event, something which happens far too often. Let’s have a look at some accidents in the history of F1 racing that shook the fans across the world.

Niki Lauda

It was 1976 and the German grand prix at the Nurburgring. Lauda lost control of his Ferrari in the second lap of the race, his car spun into the barriers on the right side and then back across the track, where he collided with another car and burst into flames.

Gilles Villeneuve

This accident is termed as one of the worst accidents in the history of F1 racing. On his final qualifying lap for the Belgian Grand Prix at Zolder, his Ferrari came into contact with Jochen Mass’s car and was launched into the air. The crash was so strong that his car was severely smashed and Villeneuve was thrown across the track still strapped to his seat. Unfortunately, this accident claimed Villeneuve’s life.

Roland Ratzenberger

Ratzenberger was killed during a qualifying run at Imola. He had damaged his car on the previous lap and was attempting to secure the last grid spot, when the wind pressure caused by his high speed tore the wing completely off the car. The wing slid underneath the car, which failed to make the corner and slammed into the wall at 195 miles per hour.

Scott Kalitta

During an event at Oldbridge Township Raceway Park in Englishtown, New Jersey, Scott was in a qualifying race when, near the end of the run, the engine exploded into flames. The parachutes failed to open and the car careened through a sand trap before hitting a concrete wall at nearly 300 miles per hour. He died in this fatal accident. 

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Accidents and injuries are an integral part of sports. However, the fun and excitement turn into sorrow when the accidents turn fatal. These were some unfortunate incidents that shook the Moto racing fans all over the world. For more information on F1 racing, Moto GP, or any other sports news, log in to- http://www.sportsbox360.com/.

What It Takes To Be An F1 Driver

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If you thought that driving an F1 racing car is all about controlling the steering wheel and shifting gears, then you need to reconsider,since it takes lot more than basic driving skills to be an F1 driver.Today's F1 driver is expected to have a skill set akin to that of an astronaut. F1 racing is the sport of applied technology and split-second intuitive decisions; one mistake and you could lose not just the game but your precious life too. So, let’s have a look at the qualities that are required to be a Formula one driver.

•  A racing driver has to push the car to the very limits, attacking corners to the point that the car is always sliding on the edge of adhesion.
•  A Formula one racing driver needs outstanding reactions and the ability to make quick decisions; one mistake and that could be the end of the game.
•  A mathematical brain to calculate sensations and grip levels to maximize a car’s potential on any circuit.
•  They have to push the car into a state of instability - and feel comfortable with that.
•  To be at the top of F1standings; an F1 driver has to learn to get used to the feel of the car and understand each part of the circuit. It is a highly disciplined approach and one needs to be really focused.
•  Good communication skills, to build a team around them and work with their engineer.

Apart from all the above mentioned qualities, to be an F1 driver you need to have an engineer’s mind and understand what and why the vehicle acts a certain way. We conclude by saying that a modern F1 driver has to work very hard to be at the top of F1 standings and to rule the fast paced world of F1racing.

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