The Deadliest Sports on Earth: Ranked

BMX

Bicycle motocross (BMX) can pose a serious threat to those who attempt the sport. The huge jumps and wild speeds in the sport regularly injure and kill riders annually. If you're not feeling up to the challenge, there is no shame in backing down. 

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