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Mike Sparken

1930 – 2012

Racecar driver

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About Mike Sparken

Lived 1930 – 2012 (aged 82). Mike Sparken was a French engineer, racing driver and formula One driver.

Mike Sparken is a pseudonym for Michel Poberejsky (born 16 June 1930 in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Hauts-de-Seine; died 21 September 2012). He was a racing driver from France. He participated in one Formula One World Championship Grand Prix, at the 1955 British Grand Prix on 16 July. He finished seventh albeit nine laps down

Complete Formula One World Championship results (key) Year Entrant Chassis Engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 WDC Points 1955 Équipe Gordini Gordini Type 16 Gordini 2.5l Straight-6 ARG MON 500 BEL NED GBR ITA NC 0

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Mike Sparken?

racecar driver (1930-2012)

When was Mike Sparken born?

Mike Sparken was born on 16 June 1930 in Neuilly-sur-Seine.

When did Mike Sparken die?

Mike Sparken died on 21 September 2012 in Beaulieu-sur-Mer.

What was Mike Sparken's occupation?

Mike Sparken was an engineer, racing driver and formula One driver.

What nationality was Mike Sparken?

Mike Sparken was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Mike Sparken

· Wikidata: Q172570

· DBpedia: Mike Sparken

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