Walter Röhrl

Race car driver, two-time World Champion

Walter Röhrl - Race car driver, two-time World Champion
Born

March 7th, 1947
78 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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A highly skilled race car driver from Germany, achieved notable success in various rally championships. Won the World Rally Championship title twice, in 1980 and 1982, driving for Audi. Demonstrated exceptional talent in both rally and circuit racing. Gained recognition for driving prowess in the Porsche 911 in endurance racing events. Transitioned to a successful career as a rally instructor and television personality after retiring from competitive racing.

Won the World Rally Championship in 1980 and 1982

Achieved success with Audi and Porsche

Competed in the Monte Carlo Rally multiple times

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