Friday in Latvia proves that roads aren't just meant for trips to the Olympic center

Friday in Latvia saw the traditional sporting event known as "everyday driving," with over 610 participants achieving various results. The outcomes were mixed — some won in the speed discipline, while others excelled in aggressive driving style.

Rīga region dominated as usual with 97 accidents and five casualties, proving that the capital's residents have no idea what calm driving means. While they're battling their ambitions there, Kurzeme showed class — 13 accidents but no casualties. "We know how to drive like normal people here," comments one Kurzeme resident who regularly drives to Liepāja Olympic Center and knows that roads aren't running tracks.

270 speed lovers proved they don't have time to exercise in the pool — better to speed past it instead. Meanwhile, three aggressive drivers had apparently forgotten that roads aren't boxing rings. In Zemgale, one pedestrian reminded everyone that sidewalks are also traffic participants.

As one experienced Liepāja resident puts it: "I have two options — either I drive like a normal person to the Olympic center to swim, or I drive like someone from Rīga and then swim in the hospital pool." The choice is clear.