Mário Haberfeld

Brazilian racing driver and IndyCar participant

Mário Haberfeld - Athletes & Sports Figures born January 25th, 1976
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Competed in various racing series, including IndyCar, during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Started career in karting and progressed to compete in championships like the Brazilian Formula Ford and Formula 3. Achieved notable results in the American open-wheel racing scene, showcasing skills on diverse tracks.

Competed in the 1998 IndyCar season for Tasman Motorsports

Raced in European Formula 3000

Participated in the 1996 Formula 3 Sudamericana

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