Nigel Mansell, the Formula One icon, is poised to embark on a new career…as a magician.
At 57, it is believed that Mansell has taken up magic as a way to enhance his cognitive abilities following head injuries sustained in a 300kph crash last year.
The 1992 F1 World Champion has displayed such remarkable skill that he is nearing acceptance into the esteemed magicians society, The Magic Circle.
A friend mentioned, “Nigel has demonstrated the same talent for magic tricks as he did in motor-racing. He believed it would aid his brain recovery after experiencing a concussion. He astonished everyone, including himself, with his proficiency. Now, he is on the brink of joining The Magic Circle…and he couldn’t be happier.”
Mansell began performing card tricks during the Le Mans endurance race last June and has gone on to entertain at corporate functions.
I can’t help but wonder if there’s a card trick out there that could enliven his monotone voice…or perhaps a trick to prevent people from dozing off while he’s speaking.
Now that would truly be magic!
by Lorelle Heath
