Mike Hailwood

Mike Hailwood, born on April 2, 1940, in Great Milton, Oxfordshire, England, was a legendary British motorcycle racer and Formula One driver. Known as "Mike the Bike" for his extraordinary talent on two wheels, Hailwood won nine motorcycle Grand Prix World Championships and 14 Isle of Man TT races. He later transitioned to car racing, including Formula One, and achieved success in sports car racing, notably winning the 1972 Le Mans 24 Hours in his class. Tragically, Hailwood passed away on March 23, 1981, in Warwickshire, England, following a road accident near his home. He remains one of the most celebrated figures in motorsport history.

Born:

Apr 2, 1940

Movie/TV Credits:

7

First Appeared:

In the movie 1972 FIA Formula One World Championship Season Review 1972-12-30

Latest Project:

Movie History of the TT 1907-2020 2021-04-06