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  1. 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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  2. Jan 22, 2020 · 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: Britain basks in the reflected glory of a new Formula ...

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    Silverstone, July 1956: Mike Hawthorne negotiates Copse Corner in his BRM P25 during the British Grand Prix. He went on to retire on lap 24 with transmission problems. © Sutton Images. Mike Hawthorn in the cockpit of the Ferrari Dino 246 which took him to seven podium finishes and the drivers’ championship in 1958. © Sutton Images

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  5. Jun 26, 2023 · Mike Hawthorn was the first British driver to conquer the world of Formula One. He was the hero of the 1955 Le Mans, where he triumphed over tragedy. He was the charismatic leader of the Ferrari team, who battled with his friend and rival Stirling Moss for glory.

  6. Feb 12, 2019 · Richard Aucock. Remembering the English racer 60 years after his death. 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.

  7. Jan 3, 2024 · 17:01. Back. The stunning life and legacy of Mike Hawthorn. 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.

  8. Sep 2, 2019 · Mike Hawthorn: Britain's forgotten world champion. Mike Hawthorn won only a single Grand Prix during his world title-winning season - and just three in his entire career. Yet, as we report, he was a natural who on his day was a match for the greats. Grand Prix Photo. Author. Paul Fearnley.

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