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Mika Pauli Häkkinen (Finnish: [ˈmikɑ ˈhækːinen] ⓘ; born 28 September 1968), nicknamed "The Flying Finn", is a Finnish former racing driver. He won the Formula One World Drivers' Championship in 1998 and 1999, both times driving for McLaren.
In their 11 years as rivals the only driver who achieved more was Michael Schumacher, who said the opponent he most respected was Mika Hakkinen. Five years after Mika Pauli Hakkinen was born, on September 28, 1968, his parents hired a go-kart for him to try at a track near their home outside Helsinki.
A new documentary on F1 TV – Greatest Comebacks: Mika Hakkinen – gives the inside story of Hakkinen’s journey through Formula 1. From his “leap of faith” jump up from F3 to make his F1 debut with Lotus in 1991, through the years following his switch to McLaren in 1993, those involved share their memories.
Jul 14, 2022 · Mika Hakkinen fought hard from humble beginnings in Helsinki to become a two-time Formula 1 champion, taking the fight to Ferrari in 1998 and 1999...
Jul 14, 2022 · Mika Hakkinen’s speed, skill and determination behind the wheel was such that the great Michael Schumacher named him as the most challenging rival he ever faced in Formula 1. This is Rise of...
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Oct 31, 2023 · A personal tribute to the Finnish legend who won his first world championship 25 years ago in Suzuka. The article recalls his career, his rivalry with Schumacher, his personality and his legacy in F1 history.
Dec 19, 2022 · Read why Mika Häkkinen should be voted into the Hall of Fame, and see his career highlights from karting to F1. Learn how he impressed Schumacher, Senna and Newey with his speed and style.
