Why are SPEED skaters so SLOW?
Using game theory to examine some unusual behaviors in speed skating. Thanks to Timothy K ( / good.dice ) for editing, animating, and producing the video. And thanks to Fraser Weist (https://x.com/fraserlikelaser) for help with animations and polish.
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