The 29 Most Dangerous Sports In The World, From Skydiving To Heliskiing

Jai Alai

Played with solid rubber balls that are even harder than golf balls that have been bounced off a wall, jai alai is a game. Now imagine that ball coming towards you at a speed of over 200 mph. During the fast-paced game, it is not unusual for one of those balls to touch a player in the body or face, seriously injuring him.

It is inevitable that you will get hit because the ball is often thrown around and bounces off the three walls faster than the human eye can follow. According to GQ's Brad Nash, Jai Alai has lost some of its appeal as a sport in recent years, perhaps due to these factors. Continue reading below.