Don't Look at the Wall

By Mario Andretti

Don't look at the wall. Your car goes where your eyes go.

— Mario Andretti

Source

Mario Andretti, interview with SUCCESS magazine.

Andretti is one of only two drivers in history to win races in Formula One, IndyCar, World Sportscar Championship, and NASCAR. He won the Indianapolis 500, Daytona 500, and Formula One World Championship.

Background

When driving at 200mph, if you look at the wall, you’ll hit it. Focus on where you want to go, not on obstacles.

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