Join DC & Mika hostedby Channel 4 F1 presenter Steve Jones for a night of high-octaneentertainment—a conversation exploring their storied, turbulent time at thepinnacle of motorsport, the state of play in F1, the 2026 season—all underscored by their endless banter. The illustrious duo droveas rivals and then most famously as teammates in McLaren Formula 1 to the 1998FIA Formula One World Constructors Championship, with a partnership asbrilliant and consistent as it was intensely competitive. Discover how, inretirement, their longstanding rivalry evolved into an enduring friendship—forged on the racetrack and strengthened through mutual respect. David Coulthard—‘DC’ as he is known—regarded as one of Britain’s fastest and most consistent drivers in motorsport, will share insights from his 15-season career, from securing his maiden win in 1995, racing for McLaren and Red Bull Racing, and accumulating 13 Grand Prix victories, including two wins each at both the British and Monaco Grand Prix’s. Mika, the “Flying Finn,” renowned as the onlydriver Michael Schumacher ever admitted to fearing, recounts his journey—including joining Ayrton Senna at McLaren, surviving a life-threatening crash at the 1995 Adelaide Grand Prix, and executing his iconic 190mph overtake at the 2000 Belgian Grand Prix, once voted by fans as the greatest overtake inmotorsport history.
He will also reflect on his path to winning back-to-back Drivers’ Championship titles. Don’t miss this unique chance to see these racing F1 legends as you’ve never seen them before.
Ticket prices from: £36.74
Prices are subject to availability and may change
Date(s): Wed 16 Sep 2026
Opera House Manchester
Category: Talk
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(Matinee and/or Evening)
Where is An Evening with Racing Icons David Coulthard & Mika Häkkinen performing?
An Evening with Racing Icons David Coulthard & Mika Häkkinen is playing at Opera House Manchester, 3 Quay Street, Manchester, M3 3HP.
How do I get to Opera House Manchester?
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How long is An Evening with Racing Icons David Coulthard & Mika Häkkinen?
Talk events typically run for approximately 1 to 1 hour 30 minutes, often including a Q&A session. Please check the show listing or booking page for the exact confirmed running time.
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