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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “No no i'm not faster than the cars” is a common card of the Memes FR pack, number 3172 of the collection, and the 753rd best-known meme of its 3515 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “No no i'm not faster than the cars” meme mean?
The image captures disarming modesty and humor in the face of extreme speed. It expresses acknowledging one's limits against something intimidating or impressive while showing simple pleasure in being present. It is the antithesis of excessive ego, often used to joke about one's own slowness or lack of technical skill in a given context.
Where does the “No no i'm not faster than the cars” meme come from?
The scene took place on May 26, 2024, during the grid walk at the Monaco Grand Prix. Martin Brundle, commentator for Sky Sports F1, attempts to interview Kylian Mbappé before the start. After a brief security intervention, Brundle jokes that the player might possibly beat the cars to the first corner. Mbappé immediately responds with the iconic line: "No, no, I’m not faster than the cars. I just want to be here like a fan and enjoy the moment." The video, broadcast by Sky Sports, goes viral shortly after on social media, turning this sports interaction into an instant global internet reference.
- 2024Mbappé says the phrase during the Monaco Grand Prix on May 26.
How to use the “No no i'm not faster than the cars” meme
- Use the quote to politely deny competitiveness in a video game or sport against experts.
- Cite the caption to show passive admiration before an impressive technological or physical feat.
- Use the phrase as a humorous response when someone overtakes or surpasses you.
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The “No no i'm not faster than the cars” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 3172 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes FR pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #753 of 3515 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @sibkekk |
How to get the “No no i'm not faster than the cars” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; No no i'm not faster than the cars comes out of the Memes FR pack as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
The reprint of the “No no i'm not faster than the cars” card
The “No no i'm not faster than the cars” card was reprinted as Rare (No. 5,166). A reprint is the same meme printed again, with a number of its own and a higher rarity than its first printing, which was common. Its face reads “Reprinted card · Higher rarity”.
Every printing is dealt in the packs of the Memes FR pack, each at its own rarity: the higher it is, the rarer the card is to pull. Copies of the first printing already pulled stay as they are, and any printing counts toward completing a set.
MyMemeCards reprints a meme when it deserves more than the rarity of its first printing, such as a classic that became iconic after it came out: the reprint gives it a place among the most sought-after cards without taking anything from the players who already had it.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the person in the No no I'm not faster than the cars meme?
It is Kylian Mbappé, the famous French striker for Paris Saint-Germain and the French national football team. He was invited to the Monaco Grand Prix as a VIP spectator.
Why does Mbappé say he is not faster than the cars?
It is a modest and ironic response to a joke by Martin Brundle. Mbappé acknowledges that Formula 1 single-seaters are technologically much faster than him, even if his top speed is high.
What is the exact origin of the meme video?
The video comes from Sky Sports F1 media coverage during the grid walk of the Monaco Grand Prix on May 26, 2024.
How do I get the No no i'm not faster than the cars meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “No no i'm not faster than the cars” is a common card of the Memes FR pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the No no i'm not faster than the cars card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Martin Brundle tells off Kylian Mbappe’s bodyguard on Monaco grid: ‘I’m in charge around here!’ · Martin Brundle tells Kylian Mbappe's bodyguard 'I'm in charge here' at Monaco GP · Monaco GP: Martin Brundle Puts Kylian Mbappe's Security In His Place In Hilarious Grid Walk Moment · checked on October 21, 2026.
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