Coulthard is in Prague, he presented a project here. There is a tragedy behind it
2001 Formula 1 World Vice Champion David Coulthard visited Prague. It is no coincidence that in the Czech capital, he presented a project that supports women in the world of motorsport. Unfortunately, there is also a big family tragedy behind it.
Coulthard spent 15 seasons in the formula. He won 13 grand prix and the highest he made it to the title of vice-champion of the world in 2001. He and his great rival Michael Schumacher never gave each other anything. After his career ended, the Scottish pilot became a presenter, commentator and journalist.
Now he founded the More than Equal initiative to support women in motorsport. “There are very few women in motorsport, starting with the kids in go-karts where you have only boys and only a handful of girls. The chance of finding a superstar among them is very small. so expand the base a lot,” explained the former rider to Chceme.
The goal is clear. Help the talented rider to the top. “There’s no reason why women can’t compete physiologically with men at the highest level. Motorsport is not like football or rugby, where guys will always be positive,” he said.
His sister died
Coulthard embarked on the project also because of the cruel blows of fate. His sister Lynsay died when he was only 35 years old. “The family was focused on supporting me to get into Formula 1. My sister didn’t get that support anymore,” he recalled.
She also had talent, perhaps more than he did. “She just didn’t get the chance. I am very sorry and I want to turn that regret into something positive. To ensure that talented girls get that chance,” the successful rider described his vision.
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