Richard Hamann, the founder of Hamann Motorsport has passed away at the age of 53. The tragic news was first reported by Jon Sibal. Richard Hamann died on March 17, 2011 due to a severe illness.

The tuning and racing company Hamann Motorsport GmbH was founded in 1986.

Richard Hamann has partcipated in over 700 races, with 300 podium finishes and 103 victories.

He also achieved three victories of Special Touring Car Trophy with BMW M1.

Rest in piece!

Different milestones in the racing career of Richard Hamann:

  • more than 20 years active in motor sports
  • more than 700 races, 300 times finishing among the top three
  • 103 victories
  • 3-times victory of Special Touring Car Trophy with BMW M1
  • Commitments in Gruppe C
  • Commitments in DTM
  • Commitments in Formula 3

Source: Hamann