"I thought: This is not racing, it's a suicide mission"
- Barry Sheene
About this Quote
In this quote, Barry Sheene is expressing his ideas and feelings about a particular situation. He is explaining it as not being a typical race, however rather a hazardous and possibly deadly mission. This suggests that the circumstances are extreme and the risks involved are high. Sheene's usage of the word "suicide" highlights the seriousness of the scenario and the possible repercussions. It also communicates a sense of worry and urgency. Overall, this quote highlights the extreme and dangerous nature of the activity at hand, and Sheene's awareness that it is not a normal race however something much more unsafe.
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