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Unlike traditional sports, where scouting often involves physical trials or performance in real-world settings, drone racing leverages technology for athlete selection. The DRL (Drone Racing League) uses sophisticated simulators to vet potential pilots. These simulators serve two purposes: ensuring a foundational proficiency in flying and honing precise, split-second control. Because racing drones reach speeds of 80 miles per hour in less than a second—faster than many high-performance vehicles—the margin for error is razor-thin. Minute delays in pilot inputs, even by milliseconds, can mean the difference between victory and a catastrophic crash, especially when navigating obstacle courses mere feet wide.