David Coulthard in Slovakia.

On Friday, 3rd of August 2001, David Coulthard visited Slovakia. He participated in a regeneration programme in the famous Pie?any Spa.

The healing springs at the River V?h were first discovered by the Romans more than two thousand years ago for the healing effects of the thermal water and sulphuric mud.

After a short refreshment and get-together with national VIP's, DC started his complete spa treatment in the morning. The examination showed a "top fit" Formula One driver. His individual treatment included a hot mud-bath, followed up by a thermal water bath in the mirror pool. The clever hands of the local masseurs rounded off this relaxation programme at Pie?any Spa.

In the afternoon David Coulthard joined thousands of Slovakians who spent a sunny day in nearby summer holiday resort Duchonka. There the West McLaren Mercedes pilot showed his cycling skills within the local Adrenaline event West Extra Davka. On the 30m sprint he competed against the clock and prooved not only to be amongst the very quickest in a four-wheel- vehicle but also on two wheels.

A cycling enthusiast like Coulthard prooved in front of more than 10,000 fans that nothing is easier for him than riding a bike on it's rear wheel. Well done, DC!