5 Quotes by Colin McRae
Colin McRae, a legendary rally driver from Scotland, remains an icon in the world of motorsport due to his extraordinary driving talent and fearless approach to racing. Known for his aggressive driving style and incredible car control, McRae made a significant impact on the sport during the 1990s and early 2000s. He achieved great success in the World Rally Championship (WRC) and became the first Briton to win the prestigious WRC Drivers’ Championship in 1995. McRae’s natural flair for rallying, combined with his never-give-up attitude, endeared him to fans around the globe. He fearlessly took on treacherous and challenging rally stages, showcasing his determination to push the limits and consistently deliver thrilling performances. Tragically, McRae’s life was cut short in a helicopter accident in 2007, leaving the motorsport community in mourning. Despite his untimely passing, Colin McRae’s legacy lives on, as his impact on the sport and his influence on aspiring rally drivers continue to be celebrated, making him forever synonymous with the essence of rally racing.
Colin McRae Quotes
Straight roads are for fast cars, turns are for fast drivers.
If you’re too methodical, too fearful, you’re not going to win. But the clever thing is to make the calculation correctly about where and when to go over the top. You’ve got to know when to push it and when to come back.
You’re here for a good time, not a long time.
Rally GB is obviously very special to me, so I am very much looking forward to competing in my home event and giving the fans something to cheer.
People often ask me if I can justify the amount I earn, and I say I get paid that much because someone thinks it is worth their while to pay me that much, and if I they didn’t they’d soon stop. That said, no one’s more surprised at the money thing than me.
― Colin McRae Quotes
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