When I asked Haefele if the races reminded her of anything, she instantly said, “Church. It’s my way of celebrating the world. We’re all out there celebrating, and sort of worshiping what’s been given to us, and we’re all grateful. It reminds me of a church service.” After a pause, she added, “It’s also like going to a rave. After a race, I’m in love with everybody, and sometimes it lasts the whole day. The person who’s selling me a coffee at the convenience store on the way home, I’m like, ‘I love that guy.’ I’ve never done ecstasy, but that’s how I imagine it is: All’s well with the world,
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