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Video: Sportscar and F1 aces on their love of racing

18th January 2021
Ethan Jupp

Why do racing drivers race? That’s what we found out by interviewing some incredible names from motorsport’s past, present and indeed its future.

Is it the love of the experience of driving, the love of the vehicles, a competitive spirit, the thrill of driving, the rush of the win, the desire to be the best? All of this and more is what drives some of the biggest names in the business, from all living generations of racing driver.

From Mario Andretti and Mika Häkkinen, to Lando Norris and Mark Webber. From David Coulthard and Martin Brundle, to George Russell and Daniel Ricciardo. All these names and so many more give their perspectives on their lives in and their love of racing, be it sportscars, IndyCar or of course, F1. Some of the more seasoned veterans also share their experiences at, and love for, Goodwood.

  • Lando Norris

  • Mario Andretti

  • Mark Webber

  • Martin Brundle

  • Video

  • David Coulthard

  • George Russell

  • Daniel Ricciardo

  • Mika Hakkinen

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