A lot of people criticize Formula 1 as an unnecessary risk. But what would life be like if we only did what is necessary?
Niki LaudaWhen you have the chance to fight for victory or a podium finish, you have the motivation to push that extra bit out of yourself.
Niki LaudaYou have a brake in your brain that stops you doing stupid things. The older you are, the earlier that brake comes on. When you're 20 you stop at nothing; when you're older you're cleverer than when you're 20, so your brain brake operates more often!
Niki LaudaYou appreciate that it is very easy to die and you have to arrange your life to cope with that reality.
Niki Lauda