It’s like a human traction control system when you think about it 🤯
Ayrton Senna’s right foot was as legendary as his raw speed.
He became famous for a unique “stabbing” throttle style that looked chaotic but was actually precision control.
Each quick jab of the pedal was him testing how much grip the rear tires still had mid-corner.
If the car twitched, he’d back off instantly; if it held, he’d press harder.
This rapid-fire loop let him dance exactly on the limit of traction, corner after corner.
It wasn’t sloppy—it was a probing tool that only a driver with lightning reflexes could master.
His iconic NSX onboard video shows the technique exaggerated on a road car, but in F1 it was even sharper.
Senna’s throttle control made him unpredictable to rivals and nearly unbeatable in changing grip conditions.
Do you think Senna was the most skilled driver ever? What are your thoughts? 🤔💭
( Media: BBC )
#f1 #motorsport #racing #ayrtonsenna #Senna