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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.
Consistent as well as quick, he scored points in over half his races, taking his lop-sided grin to the top of the podium on 20 occasions. 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.
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 fa...
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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.
Jan 27, 2023 · Read the former McLaren driver's candid and insightful account of his racing career, from his early days in karting and F3 to his two world championships and his rivalry with Schumacher. Learn how he overcame his language barrier, his accident in Adelaide and his relationship with Senna and Coulthard.
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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.
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