Mike Sparken
French racing driver (1930–2012)
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Mike Sparken is a pseudonym for Michel Poberejsky (born 16 June 1930 in Neuilly-sur-Seine, Hauts-de-Seine; died 21 September 2012).[1] 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[2] and scored no championship points.
Born16 June 1930
Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
Died21 September 2012 (aged 82)
Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Alpes-Maritimes
Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Alpes-Maritimes
Nationality
French
FrenchActiveyears1955
 Sparken wins at Agadir GP on 27 Feb 1955 in a rented Ferrari 750 Monza | |
| Born | 16 June 1930 Neuilly-sur-Seine, France |
|---|---|
| Died | 21 September 2012 (aged 82) Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Alpes-Maritimes |
| Formula One World Championship career | |
| Nationality | French |
| Active years | 1955 |
| Teams | Gordini |
| Entries | 1 |
| Championships | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Podiums | 0 |
| Career points | 0 |
| Pole positions | 0 |
| Fastest laps | 0 |
| First entry | 1955 British Grand Prix |
Sparken was better known as a sportscar driver and much of his success came in events in North Africa.[3]
