Mikko Hirvonen

Mikko Hirvonen

Mikko Hirvonen was born on July 31st, 1980

Full Name: Mikko Hirvonen
Place of Birth: Kannonkoski, Finland
Occupation: Finnish Rally Driver
Notable Teams: Ford, Citroën, M-Sport
WRC Championships: 4 podiums, 15 wins
Rally Finland: 4-time winner
M-Sport Debut: 2012
Co-Driver: Jarmo Lehtinen

A Finnish rally driver with a successful career in the World Rally Championship, winning 15 rallies and finishing as runner-up in the championship four times.

Timeline
1980
Birth in Finland
Mikko Hirvonen was born on July 31st, 1980, in Kannonkoski, Finland. He would go on to become a successful rally driver.
2002
Rallying Debut
Hirvonen made his rallying debut at the Rally Finland, driving a Ford Puma.
2003
First WRC Event
Hirvonen competed in his first World Rally Championship event at the Rally Australia.
2006
First WRC Win
Hirvonen won his first World Rally Championship event at the Rally Australia.
2014
Rallying Career End
Hirvonen announced his retirement from professional rallying after the 2014 season.
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FAQ
What type of racing did Mikko Hirvonen compete in?
Mikko Hirvonen competed in rally racing, specifically in the World Rally Championship (WRC). He was a factory driver for the Ford, Citroën, and M-Sport teams.
What are some of Mikko Hirvonens notable achievements in rallying?
Mikko Hirvonen has won 15 WRC rallies and finished as runner-up in the championship four times. He also won the Finnish Rally Championship in 2002 and 2003.
Who has Mikko Hirvonen co-driven with?
Mikko Hirvonen has co-driven with several navigators, including Jarmo Lehtinen, Miikka Anttila, and Ilka Minor. Lehtinen was his most frequent co-driver, with whom he won 13 WRC rallies.
What has Mikko Hirvonen done after retiring from rallying?
After retiring from professional rallying in 2014, Mikko Hirvonen has worked as a rally consultant and driver coach. He has also made appearances at historic rallies and has been involved in various business ventures.
What awards has Mikko Hirvonen won?
Mikko Hirvonen has won several awards for his achievements in rallying, including the Finland Rally Championship in 2002 and 2003, and the Michael Park Trophy in 2005.

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