Racing Driver Michael Markussen
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Racing Driver Profile
- English Full Name: Michael Markussen
- Nationality: Denmark
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FIA Driver Categorisation:
Silver
- Age: 34
- Date of Birth: 1992-04-02
- Recent Team: Auto Club RC2 Valles
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About Michael Markussen
Michael Markussen, born on April 2, 1992, is a Danish racing driver currently competing in the TCR Denmark series with his family-run team, Markussen Racing. In 2025, Markussen made a significant switch from Cupra to Honda, aiming to leverage the proven competitiveness and extensive knowledge base associated with the Honda platform. He finished fourth overall in the 2024 TCR Denmark season, showcasing his potential in the competitive touring car series.
Markussen's career statistics reveal his consistent presence and achievements in racing. With 269 races started, he has secured 22 wins and 83 podium finishes, along with 9 pole positions and 21 fastest laps. In 2024 alone, driving a Cupra Leon VZ TCR, he achieved one win and seven podiums. To prepare for the 2025 TCR Denmark season, Markussen is participating in the TCR Spain season opener at Barcelona, a track he knows well from his time in the Le Mans Cup. He believes this experience will provide valuable insights into the Honda car's performance, helping him and his team get off to a strong start in the Danish series.
Michael Markussen Race Podiums
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Michael Markussen Racing Career Timeline
| Seasons | Racing Series | Race Starts | Podiums |
|---|---|---|---|
2026 |
TCR Europe Touring Car Series | 4 | 🏆 P1 × 1 |
Michael Markussen Recent Race Results
View all results| Year | Racing Series | Racing Circuit | Rd/Race | Class | PIC | Racing Team | Race Car | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TCR Europe Touring Car Series | Paul Ricard Circuit | Rd03-R2 | T | 1 | #18 - Honda Civic Type R TCR (FL5) | ||
| 2026 | TCR Europe Touring Car Series | Paul Ricard Circuit | Rd03-R1 | T | DNF | #18 - Honda Civic Type R TCR (FL5) | ||
| 2026 | TCR Europe Touring Car Series | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | Rd02-R2 | 8 | #18 - Honda Civic Type R TCR (FL5) | |||
| 2026 | TCR Europe Touring Car Series | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | Rd02-R1 | 7 | #18 - Honda Civic Type R TCR (FL5) |
Michael Markussen Recent Qualifying Results
View all results| Year | Racing Series | Racing Circuit | Lap Time | Racing Team | Race Car | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | TCR Europe Touring Car Series | Paul Ricard Circuit | 02:12.326 | #18 - Honda Civic Type R TCR (FL5) | ||
| 2026 | TCR Europe Touring Car Series | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | 02:28.046 | #18 - Honda Civic Type R TCR (FL5) |
Michael Markussen Racing Series Experience
| Racing Series | Seasons | Total Races | Podiums |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCR Europe Touring Car Series | 2026 | 4 | 🏆 P1 × 1 |
Michael Markussen Racing Circuit Experience
| Racing Circuit | Total Races | Best Qualifying Lap | Race Car | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | 2 | 02:28.046 | #18 - Honda Civic Type R TCR (FL5) | |
| Paul Ricard Circuit | 2 | 02:12.326 | #18 - Honda Civic Type R TCR (FL5) |
Michael Markussen Racing Team Experience
| Racing Team | Seasons | Total Races | Racing Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Club RC2 Valles | 2026 | 4 | TCR Europe Touring Car Series |
Michael Markussen Race Car Experience
| Race Car Model | Seasons | Total Races | Podiums |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic Type R TCR (FL5) | 2026 | 4 | 🏆 P1 × 1 |