Mika Häkkinen has had a slow rise to the great success he has experienced in Formula 1. He made an impressive debut with Lola in 1991, where he routinely outpaced his team-mates. Then, in 1993, he would start his infamous relationship with McLaren, as he replaced the under performing Michael Andretti for the final three races. From then on his career follows the quality of the McLaren cars; quick in 1994 with teammate Ayrton Senna and then slow in 1995 as Honda left the team. Despite the poor car Mika had some impressive drives, and then by 1996 Mercedes joined the team, a move which was destined for greatness. After two seasons of rebuilding, Mika finally saw success, which came with impressive back-to-back World Championships.  After 2001 Mika hung up his helmet in retirement from Formula 1.