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Originally Posted by garcon
There is only one thing I think we can say on this without fear of doubt. Today's Formula One drivers are, by necessity, much fitter athletes than drivers of yore. You don't even need to go very far back - James Hunt wouldn't get anywhere near an F1 car today.
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James' fitness was actually a bit of folk lore.
He played very good high level league squash! He wanted to turn professional at one stage. I think the smoking was a party thing, and maybe a sponsor promotion and image tool.
He was actually very fit!
James' qualifying record against sundry team mates was also truly outstanding. 49 - 4 !
