Racing nerves can mess with even the best drivers, but a simple breathing trick...

https://www.motorsportweek.com/2026/08/10/nerves-at-200mph-how-racing-drivers-manage-anxiety-and-focus/

Racing nerves can mess with even the best drivers, but a simple breathing trick helps calm the mind: breathe in for 4 counts, then out slowly for 6 to 8