About Markus Winkelhock

Markus Winkelhock (born 13 June 1980) is a German professional racing driver. He made one Formula One start for Spyker at the 2007 European Grand Prix, where he led for several laps under heavy rain before retiring with hydraulic issues. As an Audi factory driver, Winkelhock raced in DTM, won the Nürburgring 24 Hours three times and was Intercontinental GT Challenge champion in 2017. He also won the FIA GT1 World Championship in 2012 driving a Mercedes.

He is the son of Manfred Winkelhock and nephew of Joachim Winkelhock, both of whom were Formula One drivers in the 1980s