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Controversial TV host claims NASCAR drivers are ‘not athletes’
Stephen A. Smith stirred controversy by asserting that NASCAR drivers are not athletes, stating that driving a car does not constitute athletic ability. He expressed his opinion during his Mad Dog Sports Radio show on SiriusXM, where he ranked NBA’s LeBron James as one of the greatest athletes, contrasting this with NASCAR legend Richard Petty. Smith adamantly stated that driving a car does not equate to being an athlete, dismissing the physical demands and skills required in racing. Despite the physical training and challenges faced by racing drivers, there is an ongoing debate regarding their athletic status. Smith’s comments have sparked discussions about the perceptions of athleticism in different sports, especially in the context of NASCAR.
