Mike Thackwell

Mike Thackwell

Mike Thackwell was born on March 30th, 1961

Full Name: Michael Thackwell
Place of Birth: Auckland, New Zealand
Racing Series: Formula One
Teams: Arrows, Tyrrell
Career Starts: 2
Best Finish: 13th
Formula Two: Champion 1984
Retirement: 1995

A talented Kiwi racing driver who competed in various Formula One and IndyCar events, earning a reputation for his speed and versatility.

Timeline
1961
Birth of Mike Thackwell
New Zealand racing driver Mike Thackwell was born on this day.
1984
Competed in the British Formula 3 Championship
Thackwell competed in the British Formula 3 Championship, showcasing his driving skills.
1992
Competed in the Japanese Formula 3000 Championship
Thackwell competed in the Japanese Formula 3000 Championship, further solidifying his reputation as a driver.
2002
Retired from Professional Racing
Thackwell retired from professional racing, ending a successful career behind the wheel.
2010
Continued Involvement in Motorsport
Thackwell continues to be involved in motorsport, sharing his expertise with younger drivers.
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What is Mike Thackwells racing experience?
Mike Thackwell is a seasoned racing driver from New Zealand with experience in Formula One, CART, and IndyCar. He participated in 2 Formula One Grands Prix, debuting in 1984, and also competed in the 1986 Indianapolis 500.
What teams did Mike Thackwell drive for?
Mike Thackwell drove for several teams, including Tyrrell in Formula One, and Forsythe Racing and Dick Simon Racing in CART and IndyCar.
What is Mike Thackwells nationality?
Mike Thackwell is a New Zealand racing driver, born and raised in Auckland, New Zealand.
What series did Mike Thackwell compete in?
Mike Thackwell competed in various racing series, including Formula One, CART, IndyCar, and Formula 2.
When did Mike Thackwell start his racing career?
Mike Thackwell began his racing career in the late 1970s, starting with Formula Ford in New Zealand before moving to Europe to compete in Formula 2 and eventually Formula One.

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