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“I have spent--or wasted--my life around motor racing: driving, promoting, and writing about what Ernest Hemingway once linked with mountain climbing and bull fighting as the only true sports. The rest, he sniffed, are merely games.”

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Brock Yates
Brock Yates

Brock Yates was an American journalist renowned for his profound insights into the car culture and his contributions to automotive magazine editing. His career began at 'Car and Driver' magazine, where he served in various roles for nearly four decades. Yates was beloved by readers for his unique style and passion for automotive performance. more

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