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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Mike_HawthornMike Hawthorn - Wikipedia

    John Michael Hawthorn (10 April 1929 – 22 January 1959) was a British racing driver. He became the United Kingdom's first Formula One World Champion driver in 1958, whereupon he announced his retirement, having been profoundly affected by the death of his teammate and friend Peter Collins two months earlier in the 1958 German Grand Prix .

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  3. www.historicracingnews.com › Article › Mike-HawthornOn This Day: Mike Hawthorn, Just what DID happen on 22nd ...

    The story of Mike Hawthorn's death on January 22nd 1959 has proven to be one of our most-read articles of 2019, so this seems an appropriate time to once more bring you the story of Britian's first Forrmula One World Champion, and his demise just a few short months after winning that title:

  4. www.formula1.com › en › informationMike Hawthorn | Formula 1®

    A grinning Hawthorn prepares to take on Zandvoort in his Ferrari at the 1958 Dutch Grand Prix. His only championship victory in his first Formula 1 season was a singular feat that became the highlight of Mike's career. In a classic 1953 French Grand Prix at Reims his Ferrari crossed the finish line a hair's breadth ahead of the Maserati driven ...

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  6. f1worldwide.com › the-life-of-f1-racing-driverMike Hawthorn - The Life of an F1 Racing Champion

    Jun 26, 2023 · Mike Hawthorn was a British racing driver who became the United Kingdom’s first Formula One World Champion in 1958. Even though he won the 1955 24 Hours of Le Mans, his career and life were marked by tragedy and controversy.

  7. www.24h-lemans.com › en › newsThe stunning life and legacy of Mike Hawthorn | 24h-lemans.com

    Jan 3, 2024 · Mike Hawthorn's life could easily be turned into a film that gives much food for thought as you leave the theatre. The British Formula 1 world champion reached the top step on the 24 Hours of Le Mans podium only once despite several valiant attempts.

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  9. www.ferrari.com › en-EN › magazineMike Hawthorn: remembering Ferrari’s first British champion

    Feb 12, 2019 · Mike Hawthorn was Britain’s first Formula One World Champion. The flamboyant racer drove for Scuderia Ferrari almost his entire career, taking the World Championship title in 1958, then immediately announcing his retirement.

  10. www.ferrari.com › en-EN › formula1Scuderia Ferrari Hero - Mike Hawthorn

    One of the greatest talents in motor racing. 1958. Discover more. 2CAREER. Mike became a racing driver almost by accident. Born in 1929 he inherited his father’s passion, enthusiasm and determination. These were the necessary requisites to become one of the most feared drivers of his times.