Re: Are these sports?
 

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There are various scientific measurements that allow the relative fitness of athletes to be compared, but one of the most reliable and widely recognised is the VO2 Max test. This calculates the volume of oxygen consumed while exercising at maximum capacity. A ‘fit’ normal man will register something in the region of 45ml/kg/min, but an F1 driver’s reading will typically hit around 75ml/kg/min. This places them in the same bracket as marathon runners, and 15 per cent higher than most professional footballers.

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Notice I never introduced the word "fitness" into the discussion. In fact,I repeatedly gave F1 racers credit for their heart fitness, but overall athleticism is much more than that. So why do you cite VO2max? This is but one aspect of athleticism