Sebastien Loeb
Ø Sébastien Loeb born 26 February 1974 in Haguenau, Alsace
Ø He grew up in Oberhoffen-sur-Moder. He competed as gymnast
and became a four-time Alsatian champion, once champion of
the French Grand East, and fifth in the French championship.
Ø He broke off school in 1992 but resumed taking classes in
1994, aiming at a professional formation in electrical
engineering. On 12 September 1994, in parallel with his
classes, he started working as an electrician at the Socalec
company near Haguenau Airport.
Ø In 1995, at age 21, he quit his job and classes and definitely
turned his attention to racing
World Rally Championship record
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Active years: 1999 present
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Teams: Citroën, Kronos Citroën
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Rallies: 161
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Championships: 8 (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008,
2009, 2010, 2011)
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Rally wins: 74
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Podiums: 111
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Stage wins: 866
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Total points: 1500
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First rally: 1999 Rally Catalunya
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