Mike Hailwood

Mike Hailwood

Stanley Michael Bailey Hailwood, MBE, GM (2 April 1940 – 23 March 1981) was a British Grand Prix motorcycle road racer regarded by many as one of the greatest racers of all time. He was known as "Mike The Bike" because of his natural riding ability. Later in his career he went on to compete in Formula One auto racing, becoming one of the few men to compete at the Grand Prix level on motorcycles and in auto racing.

Read more about Mike Hailwood:  Early Life, Motorcycle Racing Career, Auto Racing Career, Comeback, Death, Legacy, Motorcycle Grand Prix Results, Complete Formula One Results

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