Quote Originally Posted by Franky View Post
But why do you think racing drivers classify as athletes? Just because they are fit and their body has to endure physical stresswhich they don't directly generate themselves?
They don't turn the wheel or push the brake pedal themselves? Have you any idea how much force it takes to get an F1 car stopped for example?

Definition of an "athlete": a person trained or gifted in exercises or contests involving physical agility, stamina, or strength; a participant in a sport, exercise, or game requiring physical skill.

I'm with Matt on this. 100% these guys are athletes. Google 'Nismo Athlete' and you'll see this is the way Nissan refer to their works drivers.