The Deadliest Sports on Earth: Ranked

Hang Gliding

Just like skydiving, this one is a no-brainer. The likelihood of dying in a hang gliding accident is around 1 in 560. That's an absurdly high number compared to most other sports. But, when you think about it, if you make a mistake, there is only ground beneath you.

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