Mike Hailwood 1940 – 1981

Biography

Mike Hailwood was born on April 2, 1940, in Great Milton, England, beginning a life that would leave an indelible mark on motorsport history. His talents extended across multiple racing disciplines, establishing himself as both a skilled motorcycle racer and racing driver. Throughout his career, Hailwood demonstrated the versatility and determination required to compete at the highest levels of international motorsport, earning respect and admiration from fellow competitors and fans alike.

On March 23, 1981, Hailwood’s life was cut short in a traffic collision in Warwickshire. His unexpected passing at just forty years old marked the end of a remarkable era in racing. In recognition of his life and legacy, he was laid to rest at the Church of St Mary Magdalene in Tanworth-in-Arden, United Kingdom, where he remains remembered as a champion of his sport and a figure who helped shape motorsport during the twentieth century.