Ayrton Senna was an extraordinary racing driver. His skills, craft, subtlety and courage were of such magnitude that he dwarfed his generation of drivers.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Senna was an exceptional driver who surpassed his peers in skill and courage.
- In plain terms
- Senna was the greatest driver of his time.
- What can you take from it?
- True greatness stands out among peers.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who is the greatest in your field?
- What defines greatness?
Another view
Attributed to Senna but describes him in third person.
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