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A recent study by Lloyd's of London on the cost of personal accident insurance for Formula One drivers estimated that Michael Schumacher, the sport's top prizewinner, is covered by a policy in excess of $20 million. The next six highest-ranking prizewinners, including Mika Hakkinen, Jacques Villeneuve and David Coultard, have policies estimated at between $5.5 million and $10 million.
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In Spain, they're gonzo over Fernando Alonso, the cool-as-a jewel thief Formula One driver who two years ago, became the series' youngest champion when he ended the five-year reign of Michael Schumacher. When Alonso repeated the feat last year, he added youngest two-time champion to an already glittering resume.
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In Formula One, the HANS device protects drivers against the high forces during a high-speed accident. The extra weight of the helmet causes immense strain on the neck of the driver and HANS provides extra support to the head and neck, reducing whiplash in a front or rear impact and cushioning the head in a side impact.
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In the field of motor sport Formula One is the undisputed pinnacle. For this reason manufacturers and drivers alike aspire to compete and win in this arena, which brings not only fame (and fortune) but the maximum publicity and honours around the World.
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