The context of the following conversation is Lee was trying to win a race. Lee watched to make sure they did not run into anyone.:
Lee says I was trying to win the race, but I'm so clumsy that I have to ensure I don’t run into anyone first!.
The friend responds That must give you a disadvantage surely?.
Lee responds Yeah, but at least I'm preventing a concussion..
The friend responds Better safe than sorry and all that..
Lee responds Exactly..
The friend responds So did you win in the end?.