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    Top 10 HIGH-SPEED sports in the world

    Jade PoleonBy Jade PoleonOctober 18, 2023No Comments5 Mins Read
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    These high-speed sports captivate audiences across the globe, so if you have a need for speed, don’t miss these thrilling pastimes.

    Top 10 high-speed sports in the world.

    The world of sports attracts many spectators worldwide, but there is something so fascinating about high-speed sports, which induces a sense of adrenaline within us.

    These high-speed sports vary in technique and skill, but they all capture our attention with the promise of breathtaking speed and exhilarating pace.

    This article delves into the top high-speed sports that have captivated audiences worldwide, from racetracks to ice rinks and everything in between.

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    • These high-speed sports captivate audiences across the globe, so if you have a need for speed, don’t miss these thrilling pastimes.
      • 10. Pelota – the fastest ball game worldwide
      • 9. Gaelic football – an incredible game of speed and tactics
      • 8. Luge – the fastest sliding sport
      • 7. Hurling – a traditional Irish field sport
      • 6. Badminton – the fastest racquet sport in the world
      • 5. Motocross – mastery of their machines
      • 4. Ice hockey – a thrilling sport on ice
      • 3. Drag racing – the embodiment of speed
      • 2. Speed skiing – descending slopes at incredible speeds
      • 1. Formula 1 – a need for speed

    10. Pelota – the fastest ball game worldwide

    Pelota is played with a curved paddle and a rubber ball.
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    Believe it or not, pelota – a Spanish ball game – is the fastest ball sport in the world, according to Guinness World Records.

    This 300-year-old game is played with a curved paddle and a rubber ball and has reached incomprehensible speeds of 303 kph (188 mph), making helmet-wearing mandatory.

    9. Gaelic football – an incredible game of speed and tactics

    Top 10 high-speed sports in the world.
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    Gaelic football is one of Ireland’s beloved traditional sports and is well known for its remarkable speeds.

    The game, played with a football, involves players performing lightning-fast moves with carefully calculated tactics, making it a feast for the eyes and a treat for those who love high-speed sports.

    8. Luge – the fastest sliding sport

    Luge is winter’s answer to high-speed racing, with the added risk of being performed on ice. Luge athletes hurl themselves down icy tracks on very small sledges, which they must control with their calf muscles.

    Lugers can reach incredible speeds of 140 kph (80 mph), making it the fastest sliding sport in the world.

    7. Hurling – a traditional Irish field sport

    Hurling is a traditional Irish field sport.
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    Hurling – a traditional Irish sport and the basis for hockey – is considered one of the fastest field sports in the world.

    Played with a wooden stick called a hurley and a ball called a sliotar, hurlers go head-to-head in a fast-paced battle which demands quick reflexes and precision, making it one of the most captivating sports on the planet.

    6. Badminton – the fastest racquet sport in the world

    Top 10 high-speed sports in the world.
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    If you seek one of the top high-speed sports in the world, look no further than badminton, which is often considered the fastest racquet sport in the world.

    The speeds undertaken during this game are incredible, and the world record was recently broken by Satwiksairaj Rankireddy. The Indian player’s shot reached a speed of 565 kph (351 mph).

    5. Motocross – mastery of their machines

    Motocross drivers must navigate challenging terrain filled with bumps, obstacles and tight corners.
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    One of the top high-speed sports in the world is undoubtedly motocross, which combines daredevilry on off-road tracks.

    Unlike drag racing or Formula 1, motocross drivers must navigate challenging terrain filled with bumps, obstacles, and tight corners, all while travelling at mind-boggling speeds. Is it any wonder it is a popular sport to watch?

    4. Ice hockey – a thrilling sport on ice

    Top 10 high-speed sports in the world.
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    Ice hockey is the most popular sport in Canada and is played in many parts of the world, indoors in ice rinks and outdoors on frozen lakes.

    Combining speed, skill, and physicality, ice hockey is a fast-paced team sport that gets the crowd going instantly, with its promise of swift movements and high-speed collisions adding to the thrill for those watching.

    3. Drag racing – the embodiment of speed

    Drag racing is a symphony of power, high-octane discipline, and pure velocity that enthrals many a spectator.
    Credit: Flickr / Marion Doss

    Many consider drag racing the quintessential embodiment of speed in the world of motorsports.

    From the explosive acceleration at the starting line to the thrill of the race, drag racing is a symphony of power, high-octane discipline, and pure velocity that enthrals many a spectator.

    2. Speed skiing – descending slopes at incredible speeds

    Speed skiing is one of the most thrilling high-speed sports on the planet. It appeared as a demonstration sport at the 1992 Winter Olympics but was deemed unsafe. Swiss skier Nicolas Bochatay unfortunately died during the event after colliding with a snow grooming vehicle.

    The speed and challenging terrain make this one of the fastest and most unpredictable events to watch or take part in. Despite the risks and heart-pounding speeds, this sport attracts many athletes. The sport’s most prestigious event is the FIS Speed World Ski Championships.

    1. Formula 1 – a need for speed

    Top 10 high-speed sports in the world.
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    When we think of high-speed sports, we cannot overlook Formula 1, which is undoubtedly the epitome of speed in sports. This thrilling sport, popular with contestants and spectators, sees cars exceeding speeds of 321 kph (200 mph).

    So, there you have it – some of the top high-speed sports in the world, all of which have one thing in common: remarkable velocities.

    From ice hockey and luge on ice to Formula 1 and drag racing on tracks, there is a wide variety of high-speed sports which are captivating to us all since they offer an adrenaline rush and thrill.

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    Jade is a seasoned traveller, yoga enthusiast, adventure seeker and travel writer passionate about seeing the world and sharing hidden gems with others. As well as having travelled to 91 countries thus far, she has written for several websites, including The World Bucket List, Meanwhile in Ireland and Ireland Before You Die. In 2022 Jade’s first book ‘ The Ultimate Irish Road Trip Guide’ was published and is currently available on Amazon. She is a keen writer of satirical articles, as well as ‘The best things to do’ and ‘The best dishes to try’ around the globe. Jade is currently on a campervan adventure around Europe, where she continues to get her travel and food inspiration. She is excited to share what she discovers with her readers.

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