Life at the Limit: Triumph & Tragedy in Formula One - Prof. Sid Watkins

Slightly disappointing indeed,considering this dude was hands on theres no new information enclosed in these pages.In fact theres so much info missing that i reckon prof sid watkins has been gagged.Giles crash no mention of his helmet or for that matter sennas when a part of the car went through his visor?Donnelly went transparent as his organs failed no mention?????Seems to me the censors have gone happy with this ...  Read the complete review

If you only buy one Formula One related book in your life I would have to recommend Life at the Limit by Professor Sid Watkins. Professor Sid Watkins is the chief medical delegate for the FIA (Federation Internationale de l'Automobile) who's sporting body oversees Formula One motor racing. This book charts Prof. Watkins' involvement in F1 starting in the 1970s when he was approached by Bernie Ecclestone, the then leader of the Constructors Association and team owner, to investigate safety and medical matters at races. His findings formed the basis of radical change in the practice of running motor racing culminating in the formation of the FIA ...  Read the complete review