Rickard Rydell

Race Car Driver, Touring Car Champion

Rickard Rydell - Race Car Driver, Touring Car Champion
Born

September 22nd, 1967
57 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sweden

Links & References

Participated in various international motorsport events, particularly in touring car racing. Raced for teams such as Volvo and SEAT in the FIA World Touring Car Championship. Achieved significant success in the Swedish Touring Car Championship, securing multiple titles. Competed in the European Touring Car Championship, showcasing skills in high-stakes races against some of the most talented drivers in Europe.

Won the Swedish Touring Car Championship multiple times

Competed in the FIA World Touring Car Championship

Raced for Volvo and SEAT teams

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